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Sea cucumber plate
Sea cucumber plate. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of an ossicle (plate, orange) from a sea cucumber, surrounded by diatoms. The body structure of sea cucumbers is supported by these intricate skeletal plates of silica or calcium. Magnification: x150 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Media ID 6313933
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Bony Calcerous Calcium Colored Diatom Diatoms Holothurian Mineralised Ossicle Phytoplankton Plankton Plate Sea Cucumber Silica Silicate Skeletal Support Supportive Endoskeleton False Coloured
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of a sea cucumber plate. The image, captured using a scanning electron microscope, reveals an orange ossicle surrounded by diatoms, creating a mesmerizing display of colors and textures. Sea cucumbers rely on these skeletal plates made of silica or calcium to provide support for their body structure. These mineralized plates not only offer protection but also contribute to the overall functionality of these fascinating marine creatures. The magnification level used in this photograph allows us to appreciate the fine details present in the sea cucumber plate. At x150 magnification when printed 10 centimeters wide, we can observe the delicate patterns and structures that make up its anatomy. This image serves as a reminder of nature's incredible diversity and complexity. It highlights how even seemingly simple organisms like sea cucumbers possess remarkable adaptations and unique features that enable them to thrive in their aquatic environments. Through this photograph, we gain insight into the world beneath our oceans' surfaces - a realm teeming with life forms both big and small. It invites us to marvel at the wonders of zoology, biology, and marine ecology while emphasizing the importance of preserving our fragile ecosystems for future generations.
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