Correct option is C
Explanation-
A. Psychrophile → V. Extreme cold temperatures
"Psychro" = cold; found in Arctic, Antarctic, deep sea.
B. Hyperthermophile → IV. Extreme high temperature
Found in hot springs, hydrothermal vents.
C. Alkaliphile → III. High alkaline environment
Thrive in basic (high pH) environments.
D. Hyperpiezophile → II. High pressure
Also called barophiles; found in deep ocean trenches.
E. Halophile → I. High salinity
Found in salt lakes, saline soils, salt mines.
Correct Matching:
A - V, B - IV, C - III, D - II, E - I
Correct Option: Option c
