A team of scientists study a microorganism that lives in a wetland region. The organism is an obligate anaerobe, and it produces energy using the following reaction:

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A team of scientists study a microorganism that lives in a wetland region. The organism is an obligate anaerobe, and it produces energy using the following reaction:

CO2 + 4H4 --> CH4 + 2H2O

In which kingdom does this organism most likely belong?

A. Fungi

B. Protista

C. Archaebacteria

D. Eubacteria

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C. Archaebacteria

Archaebacteria are known to be extremophiles, meaning they can live in harsh environments such as wetlands. Additionally, many Archaebacteria are known to be anaerobes and can produce methane as a byproduct of their metabolism.