image: Dust from the atmosphere acts like a fertilizer for algae, broadening its growth tolerance. Microscopic algae are the foundation of freshwater systems, but recent shifts from climate-change stressors are changing the way they grow, according to recent research.
Credit: Patrick Strong
Journal
Global Change Biology
Method of Research
Experimental study
Subject of Research
Not applicable
Article Title
Dust storms increase the tolerance of phytoplankton to thermal and pH changes
Article Publication Date
28-Nov-2023