What is the term for bacteria that thrive in high salt concentrations?

Practice Questions

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What is the term for bacteria that thrive in high salt concentrations?
  1. Mesophiles
  2. Halophiles
  3. Psychrophiles
  4. Thermophiles

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the term for bacteria that thrive in high salt concentrations?
  • Step 1: Understand that some bacteria can live in extreme environments.
  • Step 2: Learn that certain bacteria prefer salty conditions.
  • Step 3: Know that the specific term for these salt-loving bacteria is 'halophiles'.
  • Step 4: Remember that 'halo' means salt and 'phile' means loving.
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