The Surprising Archaea: Discovering Another Domain of Life

Although they comprise one of the three fundamental branches of life, the Archaea were only recognized as a group about twenty years ago. This recognition was based on similarities between their RNA sequences, similarities all the more striking because of the diversity of archaeal lifestyles. They include microorganisms that live in boiling water, within the guts of animals, or in concentration brines. It is also evident that the Archaea diverged early in the history of life, and are of great evolutionary interest as a result. This book tells their emerging story, from their toughness in the face of forbidding environments to their unique place in evolution and in the world ecosystem.


Author: John L. Howland
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 03/09/2000
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.63d
ISBN: 9780195111835

Review Citation(s):
Choice 01/01/2001 pg. 929

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