THERMAL STRESS

Jul 09 2025SCIENCE

How Mussels and Clams Handle Heat

Climate change is making our oceans hotter. This is bad news for bivalve mollusks like mussels and clams. They are struggling to cope with these new conditions. Scientists wanted to see how these creatures manage their energy when temperatures rise. They looked at two types: the Mediterranean mussel and the grooved carpet shell clam. The researchers exposed them to ...

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Jun 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Hot Can Razor Clams Handle It?

Climate change is making summers harsher. This is bad news for razor clams. They are dying in large numbers due to the extreme heat. So, scientists wanted to find out which razor clams can handle the heat best. They looked at two groups of razor clams. These groups live in the same area but come from different families. One group is from Shenzhe, and the other is fro...

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Apr 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Kelp's Secret Allies: How Tiny Microbes Help Them Survive Heat

Kelp forests are under threat from rising ocean temperatures. These underwater forests are crucial for marine life and the health of our oceans. But how do they cope with the heat? It turns out that tiny microbes play a big role in helping kelp survive. These microbes live on kelp and help it grow and stay healthy. But when the water gets too warm, these microbes can...

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Feb 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Mauritia flexuosa Seeds: How Heat Affects Their Survival

Mauritia flexuosa, a palm tree native to South America, has seeds that are particularly sensitive to dryness. These seeds, known as recalcitrant seeds, are vulnerable to environmental changes, especially temperature shifts. This is a big deal because climate change is making temperatures rise. So, understanding how these seeds react to heat is crucial. The seeds of ...

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