Institute for Systems Biology
Introduction to Saline Environments & Microbial Halophiles
If you do not mind wading through unrelated headings (This is not for a physics or STEM course, as it states.) and content (The lesson opens with an article about neurology, not halophiles.), then you will find a valuable resource on...
Palomar Community College District
Wayne's Word: Life on Salt Lakes
A fascinating report on some of the living things found in salty environments. There are terrific photos of salt flats colored red by some salt loving bacteria.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Types of Archaea
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The first archaea described could survive in extremely harsh environments in which no other organisms could survive. As a result, archaea are often distinguished by...
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Types of Extremophiles and Where Are They Found?
Extremophiles are among the world's most fascinating organisms because they are able to survive in extreme conditions. Learn how extremophiles can thrive in highly acidic or alkaline conditions, under intense pressure or in extreme heat,...