2. Archaebacteria Archae - Archaic meaning ancient Single celled Prokaryotic – lack a nucleus Live in extreme environmental conditions.

3. Eubacteria Live in soil, water, on or in the human body. Familiar kind of eubacterium converts milk into yogurt. Another kind causes pneumonia.

4. Archaebacteria and Eubacteria

5. Protista Protists – single celled or simple multicellular Eukaryotes – contain a nucleus, organelles Evolved from ancient bacteria. Do not “fit” in any other kingdom Examples: Protozoans – animal like Algae – plant like

7. Fungi Complex, multicellular Do not photosynthesize. Absorb nutrients from substances in their surroundings. Use digestive juices to break down substances. Examples : Molds Mushrooms

8. Plantae Eukaryotic – contain cell walls Vary in size and form. Make food through photosynthesis Exposed to sunlight – found on land or in water where sunlight can penetrate. Most living things get nutrients from plants. Plants are producers. Provide a habitat for other organisms.

9. Animalia Complex, multicellular Lack cell walls Usually move around Respond quickly to their environment Specialized sense organs. Dependent upon organisms from other kingdoms. Plants – food source Bacteria or fungi – recycle nutrients found in dead organisms.