August 2006 PMID 16916290

Influence on photosynthesis of starlight, moonlight, planetlight, and light pollution (reflections on photosynthetically active radiation in the universe).

J A Raven, C S Cockell

Mentions

15
Peak: 10 in Nov 2013
across 3 sources since Nov 2013

Extended reach

37,539
potential audience

Total likes

8

Video views

33,063

Mentions per month

Nov 2013 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

  • Reddit10 posts
  • X / Twitter3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall tone suggests mild interest, with some posts like '@DarkskyC Hi Chris, here you go (some ;-) )' hinting at casual engagement, whereas others such as '@2milfseok' are vague, and a few simply share the publication without detailed commentary. The language and brevity demonstrate a neutral stance, leading to a balanced but limited perceived importance of the research.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The posts show mixed reactions, with some sharing curiosity while others remain neutral or dismissive, indicating no strong consensus.

InterestModerate interest

Several discussions express mild curiosity about the topic, but overall enthusiasm is limited, suggesting a moderate level of interest.

EngagementLow engagement

Postings include brief mentions with little detailed analysis, showing low-depth involvement with the subject matter.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions do not indicate a significant influence on broader scientific or societal debates, reflecting minimal perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The text explains that photosynthesis on Earth and other planets depends on the availability of photosynthetically active radiation (PAR), which is usually too weak from starlight alone to support significant growth without additional factors.
  • It explores the potential for moonlight or reflected light from planets or satellites to contribute to photosynthesis, suggesting that these sources could support limited photosynthetic activity under certain conditions, especially on exoplanet-like bodies.
  • The discussion also highlights how artificial light pollution on Earth mainly affects nearby organisms, but could influence broader ecosystems by altering photoperiodism and seasonal cycles, reflecting possible impacts of human civilization on photosynthesis.]

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ayesha
@thepluralofu · X

@2milfseok https://t.co/fca2YcIAMA

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ARK
@popecologist · X

@DarkskyC Hi Chris, here you go (some ;-) ): https://t.co/asIcH7vmme https://t.co/Xl7oYJGihU https://t.co/x7t3JbwXaF https://t.co/sevbRFQiN2 https://t.co/HMwkm93uOo

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ayesha
@thepluralofu · X

@2milfseok https://t.co/fca2YcIAMA

May 5, 2021 · 2 likes · 3,777 followers View post →
ARK
@popecologist · X

@DarkskyC Hi Chris, here you go (some ;-) ): https://t.co/asIcH7vmme https://t.co/Xl7oYJGihU https://t.co/x7t3JbwXaF https://t.co/sevbRFQiN2 https://t.co/HMwkm93uOo

Apr 6, 2020 · 560 followers View post →
Can I grow plants in my apartment with the reflection of sunlight? : r ...
Reddit

... looking fro the moon's PAR, that you may be interested in: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12y ...

Nov 10, 2013 View →
我可以用反射的阳光在我的公寓里种植物吗? : r/askscience
Reddit

... 在《天体生物学》上找到了一篇有趣的论文,你可能会感兴趣: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12年前.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Dairemde güneş ışığının yansımasıyla bitki yetiştirebilir miyim? : r ...
Reddit

... ilginç bir makale buldum, ilgini çekebilir: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12 yıl önce.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Можно ли выращивать растения в моей квартире при ...
Reddit

... ФАР луны, которая может вас заинтересовать: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12 л. назад.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Posso cultivar plantas no meu apartamento com a reflexão da luz ...
Reddit

... quando procurei a RFA da lua, que pode te interessar: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • há 12 anos.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Kan jeg dyrke planter i leiligheten min med refleksjonen av sollys ...
Reddit

... månens PAR, som du kanskje er interessert i: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • for 12 år siden.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Voinko kasvattaa kasveja asunnossani auringonvalon heijastuksella ...
Reddit

... kuun PAR:ia, joka saattaa kiinnostaa sinua: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12 v sitten.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Boleh tak aku tanam pokok dalam apartmen aku guna pantulan ...
Reddit

... masa cari PAR bulan, yang mungkin anda minat: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12 thn lalu.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Kann ich in meiner Wohnung Pflanzen mit dem reflektierten ... - Reddit
Reddit

... gesucht habe, der dich interessieren könnte: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • vor 12 Jahren.

Nov 10, 2013 View →
Lehet növényeket termeszteni a lakásomban a napfény ... - Reddit
Reddit

... a Hold PAR-ját kerestem, ami érdekelhet: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/ast.2006.6.668 · SuperAngryGuy. • 12 évvel ezelőtt.

Nov 10, 2013 View →