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Monerans that do not have cell wall and smaller known organisms are

A

Methanogens

B

Archaebaceteria

C

Mycoplasına

D

Cyanobacteria

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Monerans**: Monerans belong to the kingdom of unicellular prokaryotes. Prokaryotes are organisms whose cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus and other organelles. 2. **Identifying Characteristics**: The question specifically asks for Monerans that do not have a cell wall. Most bacteria have a cell wall made of peptidoglycan, but some exceptions exist. 3. **Examining Options**: - **Methanogens**: These are a type of Archaebacteria that produce methane. They typically have a cell wall made of pseudopeptidoglycan, which means they do have a cell wall, so they do not fit the criteria. - **Archaeobacteria**: Similar to methanogens, they also have a cell wall made of pseudopeptidoglycan, thus they do not qualify as Monerans without a cell wall. - **Mycoplasma**: This genus of bacteria is unique because it lacks a cell wall entirely. This absence of a cell wall makes them resistant to antibiotics like penicillin, which target cell wall synthesis. - **Cyanobacteria**: Also known as blue-green algae, these organisms have a cell wall made of peptidoglycan, so they do not meet the criteria. 4. **Conclusion**: The only Monerans that do not have a cell wall and are among the smallest known organisms are **Mycoplasma**. Thus, the correct answer is option 3. ### Final Answer: **Mycoplasma** are the Monerans that do not have a cell wall and are the smallest known organisms. ---
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