| Abstract: | Macroalgae play a crucial role in coastal marine ecosystems, but they are also subject to multiple challenges due to tidal and seasonal alterations. In this work, we investigated the photosynthetic response of Pyropia yezoensis to ultraviolet radiation (PAR: 400–700 nm; PAB: 280–700 nm) under changing temperatures (5, 10 and 15°C) and light intensities (200, 500 and 800 μmol photons m?2 s?1). Under low light intensity (200 μmol photons m?2 s?1), P. yezoensis showed the lowest sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation, regardless of temperature. However, higher temperatures inhibited the repair rates (r) and damage rates (k) of photosystem II (PSII) in P. yezoensis. However, under higher light intensities (500 and 800 μmol photons m?2 s?1), P. yezoensis showed higher sensitivity to UV radiation. Both r and the ratio of repair rate to damage rate (r:k) were significantly inhibited in P. yezoensis by PAB, regardless of temperature. In addition, higher temperatures significantly decreased the relative UV‐inhibition rates, while an increased carbon fixation rate was found. Our study suggested that higher light intensities enhanced the sensitivity to UV radiation, while higher temperatures could relieve the stress caused by high light intensity and UV radiation. |
