Why do plants die in freezing weather?
Chemistry For Your Life
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The Chill of Change: Understanding Freezing Effects on Flora
This chapter delves into the aftermath of a severe freeze in Texas and its devastating impact on local plant life, particularly succulents and cactuses. It unpacks the scientific principles behind plant survival in cold temperatures, focusing on the unique properties of water as it freezes and how these affect plant cells. Through personal anecdotes and scientific explanations, the chapter beautifully illustrates the intricate relationship between chemistry and biology in the context of freezing weather.
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