Bone tissue, SEM C013 / 4767
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Bone tissue, SEM C013 / 4767
Bone tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cancellous (spongy) bone. Bone tissue can be either cortical (compact) or cancellous. Cortical bone usually makes up the exterior of the bone, while cancellous bone is found in the interior. Cancellous bone is characterised by a honeycomb arrangement, comprising a network of trabeculae (rod-shaped tissue). These structures provide support and strength to the bone. The spaces within this tissue contain bone marrow (not seen), a blood forming substance. Magnification: x34 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Bone Marrow Bones Cancellous Colored Hole Holes Honeycomb Interior Internal Osteology Spaces Spongy Bone Strengthening Supportive Trabecula Trabeculae Trabecular Section Sectioned
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of bone tissue under a scanning electron microscope. The image, labeled as SEM C013 / 4767, captures cancellous (spongy) bone in all its glory. Bone tissue can be classified into two types: cortical (compact) and cancellous. While cortical bone forms the outer layer of bones, cancellous bone is found within their interior. Cancellous bone exhibits a unique honeycomb arrangement composed of interconnected trabeculae - rod-shaped tissues that provide crucial support and strength to the skeletal structure. These delicate structures are responsible for maintaining the integrity of our bones. The spaces within this network of trabeculae contain an essential component known as bone marrow, although it remains unseen in this particular image. Bone marrow serves as a blood-forming substance vital for various physiological functions. With a magnification level of x34 when printed at 10 centimeters wide, this colored SEM offers us an extraordinary glimpse into the internal world of healthy anatomy. It highlights how nature has ingeniously designed our bones to withstand external forces while ensuring flexibility and resilience. This remarkable photograph from Science Photo Library not only celebrates the wonders of biology but also underscores the importance of understanding osteology - enhancing our knowledge about these supportive structures that play an integral role in sustaining human life itself.
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