| Habitat | |
| Major types | |
| Also known as | Prokaryotes |
| Distinct features | Unique evolution due to Nova's conditions • Relative sensitivity to antibiotics compared to Earth's bacteria |
| Cellular structure | Singular chromosome • Cell wall • Cell membrane • Ribosomes |
| Notable characteristics | Genetic material not enclosed by a nuclear envelope • Wide range of shapes and sizes • Widely diverse metabolic capacities • Can exist as single cells or in communities |
| Role in Nova's ecosystem | Waste recycling • Plant growth facilitation • Microbial signaling |
