UPSC Prelims 2023 · GS Paper 1 · Q88

Science & Technology

Medium · Extremophile microorganisms

Consider the following statements about extremophile microorganisms:

1. Some microorganisms can grow and multiply at temperatures above the normal boiling point of water.

2. Some microorganisms can grow and multiply at temperatures below the normal freezing point of water.

3. Some microorganisms can grow and thrive in highly acidic environments.

How many of the above statements are correct?