The Physical, Chemical and Physiological Limits of Life

Life on Earth displays an incredible diversity in form and function, which allows it to survive not only physical extremes, but also periods of time when it is exposed to non-habitable conditions. Extreme physiological adaptations to bridge non-habitable conditions include various dormant states, su...

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Main Authors: Dirk Schulze-Makuch, Alexander Schulze-Makuch, Joop M. Houtkooper
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-07-01
Series:Life
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/5/3/1472