A prokaryote that occupies a habitat consisting of a low pH is a(an):

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An acidophile is a microorganism that grows optimally at a low pH, typically around 3.0 or lower. These organisms have adapted to living in extreme acidic environments, such as acidic hot springs or acidic soils. Thermophiles refer to organisms that thrive in high temperatures, halophiles refer to organisms that thrive in high salt concentrations, basophiles refer to organisms that thrive in basic environments, and hydrophiles refer to organisms that thrive in moist conditions.

A Prokaryote That Occupies a Habitat Consisting of a Low