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Most living organisms cannot survive at temperature above `45^(@)C^(@)`. How are some microbes able to live in habitats with temperatures exceeding ` 100^(@)C?`

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Temperature Limitations of Most Organisms:** Most living organisms have a temperature threshold beyond which they cannot survive. This threshold is typically around 45°C. At higher temperatures, proteins and enzymes in these organisms can denature, leading to cell damage and death. 2. **Introduction to Extremophiles:** Some microorganisms, known as extremophiles, have evolved to thrive in extreme conditions, including high temperatures. An example of these organisms is Archaea, specifically a subgroup known as thermophiles. ...
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