Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
archaeon
Noun
/ˈɑːr.ki.ən/
Definition
A type of single-celled organism that belongs to the domain Archaea, distinct from bacteria and eukaryotes.
Examples
- Halobacterium salinarum is an archaeon that loves to thrive in high-salinity environments.
- Many archaea are found in extreme conditions, such as hot springs and salt lakes.
Meaning
Archaea are microorganisms that often thrive in extreme environments and have unique biochemical and genetic characteristics.
Synonyms
- archaeobacterium
- extremophile
