Date of Award
5-12-2023
Document Type
Thesis
Department
Biology
First Reader
Dr. Jim Taylor
Second Reader
Dr. Christin Pruett
Third Reader
Dr. Marvin Pate
Abstract
Physarum is a slime mold in the class of Mycetozoan and the family of Physaraceae. It is a single cellular, multinuclear organism that is not classified as an animal, plant, or fungi. Physarum growth for long-term space travel would be beneficial because it is a decomposer and is able to break down material and waste to recycle. This is important for transferring energy and allowing other organisms to grow. The purpose of this experiment is to study the effect of different light wavelengths and the influence of gravity on Physarum growth patterns.
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Recommended Citation
Chesshir, Reese, "The Effects of Differing Light Wavelengths and Gravity on" (2023). Honors Theses. 901.
https://scholarlycommons.obu.edu/honors_theses/901