Biology and ecology of the `Pompeii worm' (Alvinella pompejana...

Authors :: Desbruyeres, D.
Chevaldonne, P.
Alayse, A.-M.
Jollivet, D.
Lallier, F. H.
Jouin-Toulmond, C.
Zal, F.
Sarradin, P.-M.
Cosson, R.
Caprais, J.-C.
Arndt, C.
O'Brien, J.
Guezennec, J.
Hourdez, S.
Riso, R.
Gaill, F.
Laubier, L.
Toulmond, A.
Source :: Deep-Sea Research Part II, Topical Studies in Oceanography. 1998, Vol. 45 Issue 1-3, p383. 39p. 12 Black and White Photographs, 2 Diagrams, 6 Charts, 6 Graphs.
Publication Year :: 1998
Abstract: Presents information on a study which determined the physical and chemical patterns of the microhabitat of Alvinella pompejana, or the Pompeii worm. Materials and methods; Distribution and occurrence of A. pompejana; Physiological and biochemical adaptations to temperature and chemistry of the microhabitat.