Which statement about hyperthermophilic bacteria is true?
A) Their high metabolic rates create high temperatures.
B) Their metabolic rates speed up as the temperature drops.
C) They live in conditions that may resemble those of Earth's early environments.
D) They cannot tolerate high temperatures.
E) They lack properly folded proteins at high temperatures.

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Hyperthermophilic bacteria live in extremely hot environments, often around 80-100°C, which may resemble the conditions of early Earth. These extreme environments can include deep-sea hydrothermal vents, hot springs, and geysers.

Which Statement About Hyperthermophilic Bacteria Is True