1. Monera

2. Monera Are all bacteria Archaebacteria (often extremophiles)
Eubacteria

3. Archaebacteria Are Ancient bacteria Some are still extant today
Methanobacterium
Thermoplasma

4. Eubacteria “true” bacteria
The majority of bacteria we encounter on a daily basis
Some (not all) cause disease
Many are beneficial

5. characteristics Are very small No specialisation
Have a glycoprotein (murein) cell wall

6. Are found in very diverse environments
Skin has an average of 105 bacteria per square centimetre.
Undergo both sexual and asexual reproduction
Some can be pathogens

7. cyanobacteria Blue-green algae
Have chlorophyll or chlorophyll-like pigments
Undergo photosynthesis

8. shapes