The Wood Wide Web: How Plants and Fungi Connect and Communicate
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Join us on Earth SciShow as MrEarthGuy explores the hidden world of mycorrhizal networks, the underground connections that link plant roots with fungal hyphae. In this podcast, we will discuss the latest scientific discoveries and controversies about how these networks affect plant ecology and evolution. We will also learn how plants can use these networks to share resources and information, such as warnings of aphid attack or drought stress. Whether you are a plant lover, a fungus fan, or just curious about nature, this podcast will open your eyes to the amazing and complex interactions that take place beneath our feet.
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