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Do tardigrades live in Antarctica? Do they freeze solid in winter to revive in summer? How do they resist destruction of cells due to ice crystals?
How do they resist the destruction of their cells due to ice crystals?
Tardigrades have a unique ability to enter a state of suspended animation, which allows them to slow down their metabolic processes and protect themselves from damage caused by freezing. Additionally, they produce protective molecules that help prevent ice crystal formation within their cells.