This collection of essays is devoted to algae that are unexpectedly found in harsh habitats. The authors explain how these algae thrive in various temperature ranges, extreme pH values, salt solutions, UV radiation, dryness, heavy metals, anaerobic niches, various levels of illumination, and hydrostatic pressure. Not only do the essays provide clues about life on the edges of the Earth, but possibly elsewhere in the universe as well.
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This collection of essays is devoted to algae that are unexpectedly found in harsh habitats. The authors explain how these algae thrive in various temperature ranges, extreme pH values, salt solutions, UV radiation, dryness, heavy metals, anaerobic niches, various levels of illumination, and hydrostatic pressure. Not only do the essays provide clues about life on the edges of the Earth, but possibly elsewhere in the universe as well.
Imprint | Springer-Verlag New York |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology, 11 |
Release date | September 2007 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2007 |
Editors | Joseph Seckbach |
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 44mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover |
Pages | 813 |
Edition | 2007 ed. |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-4020-6111-0 |
Barcode | 9781402061110 |
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LSN | 1-4020-6111-0 |