Extreme Light and Cold Threaten Photosynthesis of Vital Tree Seedlings
Fraxinus mandshurica seedlings in northeast China were studied under combined stresses of light and chilling. The researchers found that as temperature and light decreased, the seedlings' photosynthesis was significantly affected. Both high and low light stresses led to decreased efficiency in photosynthesis. The seedlings were unable to dissipate excess light energy at frost temperatures. Overall, the study suggests that Fraxinus mandshurica seedlings are adapted to handle the combined stresses of light and chilling.