This collection of social discussions primarily shows enthusiasm for the scientific insights gained from studying the Amazonian waterlilies, with many examples highlighting the leaves' structural efficiency and evolutionary advantages. The tone is curious and appreciative, emphasizing the leaves' impressive biomechanics and potential inspiration for engineering design.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions acknowledge the scientific significance and agree with the importance of the research on gigantic floating leaves.
InterestHigh interest
Posts are highly intrigued, with many expressing curiosity or excitement about the findings, especially regarding the leaves' strength and evolution.
EngagementModerate engagement
Participants reference specific aspects like the leaves' mechanics, their surface area, and how they support weight, indicating moderate to deep engagement.
ImpactModerate impact
The discussions suggest the research could influence fields like engineering, biology, and environmental studies, but concrete applications aren't deeply explored.
Abstract in brief
The Amazonian waterlily produces the largest floating leaves in the plant kingdom, with their unique vasculature inspiring artists, engineers, and architects, although the mechanics behind their enormous size are not well understood.
The study suggests that the leaf's geometric form is more structurally efficient than smaller waterlily species, with variations in thickness and branching of veins helping to maintain strength and maximize light capture with minimal biomass.
The large size of these leaves likely evolved because it offers an advantage by covering more surface area economically, helping the plants compete in rapidly drying pools where maximizing light intake is crucial.
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(((Dan Graur))) ダン דן גראור
@DanGraur · X
Giant leaves capable of supporting the weight of a child may have evolved by selection pressures for large surface areas enabling optimal light capture despite a relatively low leaf biomass, thus outcompeting other plants in fast-drying ephemeral pools. https://t.co/Ylp8BDsB4L https://t.co/VNcoQiGmu5
Just found out that there is a Waterlily weight challenge going on in botanic gardens around the world. Check out our paper on the science behind their immense strength! https://t.co/3wqy1MCRpm https://t.co/Kuyf710Shl
Scientists explore how giant Amazonian waterlilies grow so large, focusing on their structural efficiency and adaptive advantages in aquatic environments, inspiring innovations in engineering and design.
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Just found out that there is a Waterlily weight challenge going on in botanic gardens around the world. Check out our paper on the science behind their immense strength! https://t.co/3wqy1MCRpm https://t.co/Kuyf710Shl
Giant leaves capable of supporting the weight of a child may have evolved by selection pressures for large surface areas enabling optimal light capture despite a relatively low leaf biomass, thus outcompeting other plants in fast-drying ephemeral pools. https://t.co/Ylp8BDsB4L https://t.co/VNcoQiGmu5
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María Laura Vidoz (Teamato Lab)
@TeamatoL · X
RT @thorogoodchris1: I'm proud to announce that our work on the world's largest floating botanical enigma made it onto the cover of @Scienc…
Feb 12, 2022 · 87 shares · 862 followersView post →
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猪熊虎蔵
@inokumatorazou · X
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Feb 12, 2022 · 87 shares · 6,102 followersView post →
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泉健司
@BiotopeGarden · X
RT @thorogoodchris1: I'm proud to announce that our work on the world's largest floating botanical enigma made it onto the cover of @Scienc…
Feb 11, 2022 · 87 shares · 1,755 followersView post →
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Reddit Journal of Science
@rsciencejournal · X
Gigantic floating leaves occupy a large surface area at an economical material cost https://t.co/hWITnNxtxO #science #biology #leaves #surface #area #material
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BISWAJIT ROY
@roy_biswajit · X
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Feb 11, 2022 · 87 shares · 42 followersView post →
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Tomasz
@perlyswietlne · X
Inżynieria ogromnych, pływających liści.
lilii wodnej (rodzaj Victoria).
Dorastają do 3 m średnicy i tworzą rozległe sieci na powierzchni ich rodzimego dorzecza Amazonki.
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KaiTheFishGuy
@FishGuyKai · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 24,553 followersView post →
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Tokuyama Yoshiki
@tok_plant · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 157 followersView post →
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Zoë Migicovsky
@zoemig · X
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19Dolphin39
@19Dolphin39 · X
RT @manuelacasasoli: Mechanics of giant leaves.
"The leaves of giant Amazonian waterlilies [...] are among the most astounding feats of na…
Feb 10, 2022 · 12 shares · 3,377 followersView post →
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Anjuschka Prenzel
@lakazel · X
RT @manuelacasasoli: Mechanics of giant leaves.
"The leaves of giant Amazonian waterlilies [...] are among the most astounding feats of na…
Feb 10, 2022 · 12 shares · 1,325 followersView post →
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Susan Gritton Medcalf
@pennymarshwort · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 1,894 followersView post →
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Aaron B. Judah
@SeaPrinceAaron · X
RT @OBGHA: Scientists break the code of the world’s largest floating botanical enigma using plants grown at Oxford Botanic Garden. Find out…
Feb 10, 2022 · 44 shares · 553 followersView post →
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Carmen Acedo
@CarmenAcedo · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 943 followersView post →
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jo turner
@amongstwits · X
RT @OBGHA: Scientists break the code of the world’s largest floating botanical enigma using plants grown at Oxford Botanic Garden. Find out…
Feb 10, 2022 · 44 shares · 5,755 followersView post →
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Pei Qin Sabrina
@PNgsabrina · X
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Ooi-kock Teh
@KockTeh · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 318 followersView post →
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mary williams
@PlantTeaching · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 23,880 followersView post →
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Jonathan Ferreira
@Jonathan_fdss · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 199 followersView post →
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Ninad Mungi
@ninad_mungi · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 1,156 followersView post →
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Heisler Lab
@heisler_lab · X
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Alex Bowles
@_AlexBowles · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 1,243 followersView post →
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Nature Plants
@NaturePlants · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 38,934 followersView post →
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Ian McFadden
@ian_mcfadden_ · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 1,445 followersView post →
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Nathaly Guerrero Ramírez
@NathalyR_GR · X
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Feb 10, 2022 · 87 shares · 617 followersView post →
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RheeLab
@SueRhee2 · X
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