The presence of thylakoids, phycocyanin, gas inclusions, and cysts would be associated with
A)green sulfur bacteria.
B)cyanobacteria.
C)purple sulfur bacteria.
D)archaea.
E)spirochetes.

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Thylakoids and phycocyanin are associated with photosynthesis, which is the main function of cyanobacteria. Gas inclusions help cyanobacteria regulate their buoyancy, allowing them to move up and down in water columns to access optimal light and nutrient levels. Cysts are a common survival strategy for many types of bacteria, including cyanobacteria. Green and purple sulfur bacteria do not have thylakoids or phycocyanin and have different pigments for photosynthesis. Archaea and spirochetes are not typically associated with photosynthesis.

The Presence of Thylakoids, Phycocyanin, Gas Inclusions, and Cysts Would