Study Reveals Algae Living in Glaciers Have Adapted to Harsh Conditions
A scientific study, recently published in a scientific journal and reported by IFLScience, has shed light on how tiny algae living in glaciers have evolved to survive in extreme environments. Over the span of 700 million years, these algae have undergone significant changes, including losing their multicellular structure.
One of the most fascinating adaptations observed in these algae is their development of a purple pigment, which serves as a natural sunscreen. This pigment helps protect the algae from harmful ultraviolet and visible light, enabling them to thrive in glacier ecosystems.
