Such plants can survive for years outdoors in warm climates but cannot withstand cold winters.
He began his research 21 years ago in an effort to discover how the plants withstood such high-metal soils.
This enables some plants to withstand the lowered temperature.
The utility says the plant can easily withstand a temblor of that magnitude.
No animal or plant can withstand ultraviolet radiation in more than modest amounts.
Mulch heavy with hay when small plants to withstand cool weather.
How could a plant withstand such forces?
Lilco officials stress that the plant has withstood 2,500 hours of inspections.
"We should be requiring they design these plants to withstand such attacks," he said.
When the days get short, withhold the water completely and let the plant withstand the cool nights.