Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
6304522 Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology 2011 7 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Bryozoan encrustation and grazing by snails damage kelp blades. ► We examine the effect of this damage on blade material properties. ► Encrustation and grazing lower the strength, extensibility, and toughness of blades. ► Strength reductions occur through the removal or degradation of outer cell layers.
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Grazing damage and encrustation by an invasive bryozoan reduce the ability of kelps to withstand breakage by waves
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