Frogs Freeze Solid

Raina Mooncrest

Traducteur A AI

Maison d'édition: Publifye

Synopsis

Frogs Freeze Solid explores the extraordinary ability of the wood frog (Lithobates sylvaticus) to survive being frozen solid. This amphibian's freeze tolerance is a fascinating example of ecological adaptation, allowing it to thrive in environments that would be lethal to most creatures. The book delves into the complex physiological mechanisms behind this phenomenon, revealing how the wood frog can halt its breathing and heartbeat, endure ice crystal formation within its body, and then revive completely upon thawing.

One key insight is how wood frogs accumulate cryoprotectants like glucose, preventing cellular damage during freezing. The book examines the wood frog's life cycle, habitat, and the environmental challenges it faces. It highlights the cellular processes, circulatory adaptations, and metabolic suppression that enable freeze tolerance. Readers will understand how the frog regulates ice formation and protects its cells from damage.

The book also considers evolutionary implications, showing how this adaptation has allowed wood frogs to colonize northern latitudes. The integrated physiological, ecological, and evolutionary approach in Frogs Freeze Solid offers a holistic understanding of this adaptation. It progresses logically from the basics of amphibian physiology to the detailed mechanisms of freeze tolerance and its broader ecological significance. This exploration includes laboratory experiments, field studies, and comparative analyses, making it valuable for researchers, students, and anyone intrigued by nature's remarkable survival strategies.

Disponible depuis: 27/02/2025.

Longueur d'impression: 62 pages.

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