Upper temperature limit of life
Kempner ES. 1963. Upper temperature limit of life. Science. 142(3597):1318-1319
Samples of microorganisms from the hot springs of Yellowstone National Park have been collected and tested for the ability to utilize radioactive phosphorus. No evidence for growth was found above 73°C.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Kempner, Ellis
- Units
- YELL
- Keywords
- Algae, Bacteria, Chemistry, Distribution, Ecology, Environment, Hot Springs, Microbiology, Microorganisms, pH, Phosphorus (P), Radioactive Particles, Thermal Streams, Thermophilic Algae, Thermophilic Bacteria, Water Temperature