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The Short Answer is Microbes. If you thought that Bacteria are Ancient you are Correct, however Archaea are more Ancient!

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What two forms do prokaryotes come in?

bacteria and archaea bacteria and archaea bacteria and archaea


How is bacteria and archaea different from eukarya?

Bacteria and archaea are prokaryotic organisms, meaning they lack a defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukarya are eukaryotic, characterized by their complex cells with a nucleus. Additionally, bacteria and archaea have distinct cell wall compositions; bacteria typically have peptidoglycan, while archaea possess unique cell wall materials. Their genetic machinery and metabolic pathways also differ significantly, with archaea often found in extreme environments and exhibiting unique biochemical processes.


Which domain(s) include(s) only prokaryotes?

Bacteria and Archaea


Which domains contain organisms that are made of prokaryotic cells?

The domain that consists of prokaryotic cells are bacteria and archaea.


Archaea have a similar chemical makeup to bacteria?

like bacteria members of the domain archaea are unicellular prokaryotes


What two domains are composed of only unicellular organisms?

The domains Bacteria and Archaea are composed of only unicellular organisms. These organisms are prokaryotic and lack a true membrane-bound nucleus in their cells.


Is bacteriophage in the domain archaea?

No, bacteriophages are viruses that infect bacteria, not archaea. Archaea are a separate domain of single-celled microorganisms that are distinct from both bacteria and viruses.


When did archaea and bacteria split up split up?

Archaea and Bacteria split up right after having an argument about cheese. :)


Is bacteria older than archaea?

No, archaea are considered one of the oldest life forms on Earth, with evidence suggesting they existed before bacteria. Archaea are believed to have diverged from bacteria billions of years ago and are considered to be more ancient in evolutionary terms.


How are Archaea more closely related to eukaryotes than to bacteria?

Arche bacteria are much closer to eukaryotes.Bacteria also have some similarities. NO. Archaea, Bacteria and Eukaryota. Bacteria are more closely related to the more complex organisms (Eukaryotes). Archaea are now considered in their own domain. The Archaea in plankton are the most abundant organism on the planet.


What are the three domains of life and their kingdoms?

The domains are Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya. The domain Archaea has one kingdom: Archaea. The domain Bacteria has one kingdom: Bacteria. The domain Eukarya has four kingdoms: Protists, Fungi, Plants, and Animals. There are a total of 3 domains and 6 kingdoms.


How are archaea and bacteria similar?

They are unicellular