Highlighted Stories for the Week of Dec. 11
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Environment on 12 12th, 2006 |
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An apple a day – The gene that turns some apples red has been discovered by group at CSIRO, an Australian research facility. In response to light, the gene controls the formation of anthocyanins, or red pigments, in the skin of apples. Anthocyanins are rich in antioxidants, so scientists hope...