Types of Prokaryotes

Archaea, (domain Archaea), any of a group of single-celled prokaryotic organisms (that is, organisms whose cells lack a defined nucleus) that have distinct molecular characteristics separating them from bacteria (the other, more prominent group of prokaryotes) as well as from eukaryotes (organisms, including plants and animals, whose cells contain a defined nucleus).

Is e coli prokaryotic or eukaryotic? E coli is a type of bacteria that is present in the human gut andcan cause food poisoning. E coli is prokaryotic and not eukaryotic.

Prokaryotes common name is bacteria. Eukaryotes, on the other hand, are different. They have membrane-bound organelles and have linear DNA . They can be single-celled, but are often multicellular organisms.

Streptomyces, genus of filamentous bacteria of the family Streptomycetaceae (order Actinomycetales) that includes more than 500 species occurring in soil and water. Many species are important in the decomposition of organic matter in soil, contributing in part to the earthy odour of soil and decaying leaves and to the fertility of soil.