Temperature-dependent enhancement of methylmercury toxicity in the water flea Daphnia magna: Linking physiological and molecular stress responses

Key Points

• Methylmercury toxicity increases with rising temperatures, impacting Daphnia magna.
• The analysis shows impaired physiological functions alongside molecular stress responses at elevated temperatures.
• Through examining physiological and molecular responses, critical insights were gathered on toxicity mechanisms in aquatic ecosystems.
• Findings highlight that rising temperatures may worsen the effects of pollutants like methylmercury, stressing the need for further exploration.