Carbon allocation strategy of Thalassiosira weissflogii in response to elevated pCO2

Key Points

• The aim is to understand how Thalassiosira weissflogii allocates carbon resources in response to elevated pCO2 levels.
• Investigated carbon allocation strategies under manipulated pCO2 conditions.
• Analyzed chitin synthesis related to cell wall formation.
• Examined adaptive responses to low pH environments.
• Thalassiosira weissflogii prioritizes carbon allocation to chitin synthesis under high pCO2.
• Chitin synthesis reinforces cell wall formation, aiding in adaptation to ocean acidification.