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Identify the correct statement.

a
Archaebacteria live as parasite inside the rumen of cattle
b
Archaebacteria can hardly survive in marshy areas
c
Cyanobacteria are known as living fossils
d
The cell membrane of archaebacteria is characterized by branched chain lipids which impart protection from harmful radiation

detailed solution

Correct option is D

Archaebacteria live as symbionts inside the rumen of cattle and help in the fermentation of cellulose.Archaebacteria like methanogens can survive in marshy areasArchaebacteria represents the most ancient and primitive group of bacteria hence known as living fossils.The cell membrane of archaebacteria is characterized by branched chain lipids which impart protection from harmful radiation.

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