Long-Term Survivability of Tardigrade <i>Paramacrobiotus experimentalis</i> (Eutardigrada) at Increased Magnesium Perchlorate Levels: Implications for Astrobiological Research
Perchlorate salts, including magnesium perchlorate, are highly toxic compounds that occur on Mars at levels far surpassing those on Earth and pose a significant challenge to the survival of life on this planet. Tardigrades are commonly known for their extraordinary resistance to extreme environmenta...
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MDPI AG
2024-03-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/14/3/335 |