How sugar serves as a hidden thermostat in plants
- Posted on July 1, 2025
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How sugar serves as a hidden thermostat in plants
For a decade, scientists have believed that plants sense temperature mainly through specialized proteins, and mainly at night when the air is cool. New research suggests that during the day, another signal takes over. Sugar, produced in sunlight, helps plants detect heat and decide when to grow.
