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Archaebacteria of hot springs can be described as 

a
mesophiles
b
halophiles
c
acidophiles
d
cryophiles

detailed solution

Correct option is C

Hot springs are acidic, and hence the archaebacteria of hot springs are not only thermophiles but also acidophiles. Halophiles are those present in salt rich conditions. Cryophiles are present on ice.

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