Microorganisms that grow in extreme environments typically contain larger genomes when compared to microbes that grow in non-extreme environments.

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Microorganisms that grow in extreme environments, such as extremophiles, often have smaller, more compact genomes. This is because they have adapted to very specific, harsh conditions, which typically require fewer, but highly specialized, genes for survival.

Microorganisms That Grow in Extreme Environments Typically Contain Larger Genomes