It Is Hot in the Sun: Antarctic Mosses Have High Temperature Optima for Photosynthesis Despite Cold Climate
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DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2020.01178
Abstract: The terrestrial flora of Antarctica’s frozen continent is restricted to sparse ice-free areas and dominated by lichens and bryophytes. These plants frequently battle sub-zero temperatures, extreme winds and reduced water availability; all influencing their ability… read more here.
Keywords: sun antarctic; canopy temperatures; temperature; photosynthesis ... See more keywords