“Watermelon snow” in Antarctica is caused by a species of photosynthetic green algae that thrives in subzero temperatures (Chlamydomonas nivalis). These algae are also found in highaltitude year-round snowfields. In both locations, UV light levels tend to be high. Based on what you learned in this chapter, propose an explanation for why

Textbook solution for Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition) 2nd Edition Lisa A. Urry Chapter 8 Problem 14TYU.

"Watermelon snow" in Antarctica is caused by a species of photosynthetic green algae that thrives in subzero temperatures (Chlamydomonas nivalis). These algae are also found in high altitude in year-round snowfields. In both locations, UV light levels tend to be high.

“Watermelon snow” in Antarctica is caused by a certain species of photosynthetic green algae that thrives in subzero temperatures (Chlamydomonas nivalis). These algae are also found in high-altitude, year-round snowfields. In both locations, Uv light levels tend to be high. Propose an explanation for why this alga appears reddish-pink.

“Watermelon snow” in Antarctica is caused by a certain species of photosynthetic green algae that thrives in subzero temperatures (Chlamydomonas nivalis). These algae are also found in high-altitude, year-round snowfields. In both locations, Uv light levels tend to be high. Propose an explanation for why this alga appears reddish-pink.

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