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Heteromorphic and isomorphic alternations of generations in macroalgae as adaptations to a seasonal environment

@article{Bessho2009HeteromorphicAI,
  title={Heteromorphic and isomorphic alternations of generations in macroalgae as adaptations to a seasonal environment},
  author={Kazuhiro Bessho and Yoh Iwasa},
  journal={Evolutionary Ecology Research},
  year={2009},
  volume={11},
  pages={691-711}
}
Background: Some macroalgae (seaweeds) have haploid and diploid life forms that differ greatly in size and morphology (heteromorphic life cycle). Others have very similar haploid and diploid life forms (isomorphic life cycle). Questions: What are the optimal reproductive cycles for a heteromorphic species and for an isomorphic species? Under what circumstances will a heteromorphic life cycle be more advantageous than an isomorphic life cycle. Mathematical model: We develop mathematical models… 
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