Tree leaves contain several pigments responsible for their color. Among these pigments, we find chlorophyll, carotenoids, and anthocyanins. Chlorophyll is the main pigment in plants, responsible for...
Night pollination is a fascinating phenomenon observed in certain plants which, unlike most other flowers that open during the day, release their scent and open...
Cacti have developed unique physical characteristics to survive in arid desert environments. Their ability to reduce water loss is essential for their survival. Small leaves...
The chemical composition of flowers is a key element in determining their edibility. Some flowers contain essential nutrients such as vitamins and minerals. For example, nasturtiums are...
The seeds on the surface of strawberries are actually achenes, indehiscent dry fruits resulting from the ovary of the flower after fertilization. Each achene is...
Positive phototropism is a phenomenon observed in many plants that have the ability to turn towards the sunlight. This movement allows plants to maximize their...
Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, including algae, convert sunlight into chemical energy to produce their own food. During photosynthesis, algae absorb carbon dioxide...
The promotion of forest regeneration is a crucial process for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem balance. After a fire, some tree species have evolved to depend...
Orchids have developed very specific pollination strategies, adapted to particular insects such as bees, butterflies, or hummingbirds. Each species of orchid attracts a specific type...
Some marine algae glow in the dark thanks to a phenomenon called bioluminescence, which is the ability to produce and emit light naturally. This phenomenon...
