>> I alway assumed that the spores would germinate in the suitable >> microhabitats in the lens, such as the junction of element and body. The >> filaments (hyphae) would grow out onto the lens surface to a greater or >> lesser extent and then croak due to lack of sustenance. As has been said, >> it is exudates from the hyphae that cause the coatings to become etched >> permanently. I suppose the then croaked bits of hyphae would provide >> further suitable habitat for more spores to germinate.....
On 3/5/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED], discombobulated, unleashed: >I continue to me amazed at the variety of languages spoken by members of the >PDML. Isn't that the truth Eleanour. My bits of hyphae croaked long ago.... Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=====| http://www.cottysnaps.com _____________________________
