Enzymes of thermal algae
Harvey RB. 1924. Enzymes of thermal algae. Science. 60(1560):481-482
The algae of the hot springs in Yellowstone National Park offer good opportunity for a study of the distribution of enzymes in relation to the temperatures at which the organisms live. There is a complete series of thermal springs ranging in temperature from the boiling point (about 91°C) down to ordinary temperatures. Algae are found growing at a great many different temperatures within this range. One species of Phormidium was found growing at 89°C in Beryl Spring.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Harvey, R
- Units
- YELL
- Keywords
- Algae, Bacteria, Beryl Spring, Chemistry, Distribution, Ecology, Environment, Geothermal Studies, Geysers, Hot Springs, Hydrothermal Activity, pH, Phormidium, Thermal Streams, Thermophilic Algae, Thermophilic Bacteria, Water Temperature