Lily leaf, SEM
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Lily leaf, SEM
Lily leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze-fracture of a leaf from a white water lily (Nymphaea alba). The fracture has passed through the leaf, revealing the internal cellular structure, including the palisade mesophyll and spongy mesophyll layers. Magnification: x1500 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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© PETER BOND, EM CENTRE, UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Colored Cross Section False Colored Freeze Fracture Freeze Fractured Palisade Mesophyll Spongy Mesophyll Transverse Cells False Coloured Nymphaea Nymphaea Alba Section Sectioned White Water Lily
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This stunning print captures the intricate beauty of a white water lily leaf like never before. Taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), this coloured micrograph reveals the hidden world within the leaf's cellular structure. The freeze-fracture technique used to capture this image has allowed us to see the internal layers of the leaf, including the palisade mesophyll and spongy mesophyll. The vibrant green hues and detailed cross-section showcased in this photograph provide a fascinating insight into the biology of Nymphaea alba, commonly known as the white water lily. Each cell is meticulously displayed, offering viewers an up-close look at its composition and arrangement. With a magnification of x1500 when printed at 10 centimetres across, every minute detail becomes apparent in this false-coloured masterpiece. This image serves as a testament to both nature's complexity and our ever-advancing scientific capabilities. Whether you have an interest in botany or simply appreciate natural wonders, this print will undoubtedly bring joy and intrigue to any space it adorns. Let yourself be transported into the mesmerizing world of plants with this remarkable piece from Science Photo Library.
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