4. Arabidopsis: Tracking Day Lengths
Arabidopsis thaliana is a tiny plant with a remarkable sense of time. It “counts” daylight hours to decide exactly when to flower—a process called photoperiodism.
This ability relies on internal clocks and sophisticated calculations, ensuring reproduction happens at the most favorable time.
Arabidopsis serves as a model for understanding how plants use math to thrive in changing environments.
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