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Lily pollen grain on rosemary leaf, SEM
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Lily pollen grain on rosemary leaf, SEM
Lily pollen grain on rosemary leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain (yellow) from a lily flower (Lilium sp.), among leaf hairs (trichomes) on the underside of a leaf from a rosemary plant (Rosmarinus officinalis). Pollen grains are reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering plants. Trichomes are specialised structures that may perform several functions, such as preventing water loss or deterring animals from eating the plant. Magnification: x530 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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© PETER BOND, EM CENTRE, UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Colored Exine False Colored Flowering Plants Gamete Grain Grains Herb Leaf Hairs Lilium Lily Pollen Re Production Reproductive Reproductive Part Rosemary Rosmarinus Officinalis Sex Cell Trichome Trichomes False Coloured
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of nature's reproductive processes. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are presented with a close-up view of a lily pollen grain delicately resting on a rosemary leaf. The vibrant yellow hue of the pollen grain stands out against the backdrop of leaf hairs, known as trichomes. Pollen grains play a crucial role in plant reproduction, serving as the male gametes or sex cells. They are produced by the male parts of flowering plants and are responsible for fertilizing the female reproductive organs to initiate seed formation. This image offers us an up-close look at this essential step in plant life cycles. The rosemary leaf serves as an intriguing setting for this microscopic interaction. Trichomes, which cover its underside, serve multiple functions such as preventing water loss and deterring animals from consuming the plant. These specialized structures add texture and complexity to our visual experience. With a magnification level of x530 when printed at 10 centimeters across, every minute detail is brought into focus. The false coloring technique used enhances our ability to appreciate both scientific accuracy and aesthetic appeal simultaneously. Through this mesmerizing photograph from Science Photo Library, we gain insight into the wonders hidden within even seemingly ordinary natural elements like leaves and flowers – reminding us that there is always more than meets the eye in our botanical world.
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