Redox chemistry behind dragonfly romance
by
Laura Howes, RSC
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last modified
07-23-12 03:14 AM
Copyright 2012, RSC
The colourful displays that male animals use to attract a mate are a common feature of the animal kingdom but the display that some male dragonflies makes is slightly special – they turn from a dull yellow to bright red to signify sexual maturity. More...
http://www.rsc.org/chemistryworld/2012/07/redox-chemistry-behind-dragonfly-romance
