Solved

The Thermoacidophile Sulfolobus Acidocaldarius Lacks Peptidoglycan, but Still Possesses a Cell

Question 71

Multiple Choice

The thermoacidophile Sulfolobus acidocaldarius lacks peptidoglycan, but still possesses a cell wall. What is likely to be true of this species?
1) It is a bacterium.
2) It is an archaean.
3) The optimal pH of its enzymes lies above pH 7.
4) The optimal pH of its enzymes lies below pH 7.
5) It could inhabit certain hydrothermal springs.
6) It could inhabit alkaline hot springs.


A) 1, 3, and 6
B) 2, 4, and 6
C) 2, 4, and 5
D) 1, 3, and 5
E) 1, 4, and 5

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions