Cumin seeds, SEM
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Cumin seeds, SEM
Cumin seeds, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These seeds are from Cuminum cyminum, a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. A seed contains an embryo (a fertilised ovule from which a new plant can grow), and a supply of food. Seed shapes and surface textures vary widely, affecting how they are dispersed from their parent plant. As well as its culinary use, Cumin is used as a digestive aid. Magnification: x10 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Alternative Complementary Culinary Digestive Aid Edible False Colour Food Stuff Foods Foodstuffs Herb Herbal Medicine Herbs Natural Parts Re Production Remedies Remedy Reproductive Part S Eed Seed Spice Structures Therapies Therapy Treatment Ayurvedic Cumin Cuminum Cyminum False Coloured Health Care
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of cumin seeds, as seen through a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These tiny seeds belong to the Cuminum cyminum plant, which is part of the Apiaceae family. Within each seed lies an embryo, capable of sprouting into a new plant, along with a nourishing food supply. The diverse shapes and textures of these seeds play a crucial role in how they are dispersed by their parent plant. Aside from its culinary applications, cumin is renowned for its digestive benefits. This SEM image magnified at x10 reveals stunning details when printed 10 centimetres wide. It provides us with valuable insights into the treatment, structure, and nature of this botanical wonder. The false-coloured SEM image not only highlights the biological aspects but also emphasizes its potential therapeutic properties. Cumin has long been utilized in alternative medicine and herbal remedies due to its numerous health benefits. In Ayurvedic practices specifically, it is recognized as an effective digestive aid. Science Photo Library presents this remarkable visual representation that combines artistry with scientific exploration. Through this print, we gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity found within even the smallest components of our natural world – reminding us that there is always more than meets the eye when it comes to plants like cumin and their vital contributions to our lives.
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