Thermotolerance refers to the ability of organisms to withstand elevated temperatures that would normally be lethal, often through physiological and biochemical adaptations. This trait is crucial for survival in environments subject to temperature fluctuations and is a focus of research in agriculture and climate change resilience.

Thermotolerance

ability of organisms to withstand elevated temperatures

Physiological adaptations are changes in an organism's internal processes that enhance its ability to survive and reproduce in specific environments. These adaptations can occur over generations through natural selection or within an individual's lifetime in response to environmental changes.

Physiological Adaptations

biochemical adaptations

survival in environments

Temperature fluctuations refer to the variations in temperature over a specific period and can be influenced by factors such as time of day, season, geographical location, and atmospheric conditions. Understanding these fluctuations is crucial for fields like meteorology, agriculture, and climate science as they impact ecosystems, human health, and economic activities.

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