Tag: seaweeds
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A deep dive into seaweed structural colour
Investigating the tips of the red seaweed Asparagopsis taxiformis, Hiroshi Kawai & Taizo Motomura identified presence of ‘nanospheres’. The structural colours of blue or white produced by the nanospheres are interpreted as examples of ‘warning colouration’, and ‘camouflage’, respectively.
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Under-appreciated plants: Seaweed
This post discusses the potential of seaweed as a food source in the aftermath of a nuclear war. It highlights research suggesting that seaweed could provide a resilient food supply, given its ability to thrive in post-apocalyptic conditions. The historical and present-day consumption of seaweed is also explored, emphasizing its…
Plant Cuttings 