The common sea star (Asterias rubens) appeared to withstand the effects of reduced seawater pH, at least for short-term exposures of 15 to 27 days, with no significant changes in the strength of its tube feet or the RNA/DNA ratio of its tissues. (Laboratory study)
Author(s): Collard, M
Date: 2013
Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022098113002220
Overview:
Educational Materials
Scientific Literature
Additional Topics:
Biological effects of OCA
Life Stages:
Adults
Eggs
Juveniles
Larvae
Marine Life:
Other invertebrates
Parameters:
CO2 / pCO2
pH
Species Group:
Sea stars