Diversity of Archaea — Methanogens, Hyperthermophiles, and the Asgard Lineage Explained | Chapter 17 from Brock Biology of Microorganisms
Diversity of Archaea — Methanogens, Hyperthermophiles, and the Asgard Lineage Explained | Chapter 17 from Brock Biology of Microorganisms The domain Archaea encompasses some of the most unique and ancient forms of life on Earth. Chapter 17 of Brock Biology of Microorganisms explores the incredible phylogenetic, metabolic, and ecological diversity within this domain. Despite their small numbers of cultured representatives, Archaea display remarkable adaptations—from extreme halophily to methane production and thermophily near the limits of life. This chapter categorizes Archaea into four major superphyla: Euryarchaeota, TACK, DPANN, and Asgard, highlighting their evolutionary relevance and functional innovations. Watch our detailed video summary below and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for expertly crafted academic reviews of every Brock Biology chapter. Euryarchaeota — Metabolic Powerhouses Euryarchaeota is the most metabolically diverse archaeal superphylum, includin...