Flame lily pollen, SEM

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Flame lily pollen, SEM

Flame lily (Gloriosa sp.) pollen grains, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The grains have a highly sculptured outer wall (exine), which may assist in their dispersal by improving their adherence to pollinating insects. The characteristic surface of pollen grains is used by botanists to recognise and classify plants. Each pollen grain contains a male gamete (reproductive cell) that is intended to fertilise an egg or ovule (female gamete), and initiate the formation of a seed for a new plant. Magnification: x75 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

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Dispersal Exine False Colour Gamete Gametes Grain Grains Multi Coloured Outer Wall Pollen Re Production Reproductive Sculpted False Coloured Flame Lily Gloriosa Lily

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This print showcases the intricate beauty of Flame lily pollen grains, as captured by a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The grains exhibit a highly sculptured outer wall, known as exine, which serves to enhance their adherence to pollinating insects and aid in their dispersal. Botanists rely on these characteristic surface features of pollen grains to identify and classify different plant species. Each individual pollen grain depicted here contains a male gamete or reproductive cell that plays a crucial role in fertilizing an egg or ovule, ultimately initiating the formation of new plants through seed production. The magnification level employed for this print allows viewers to appreciate the fine details at x75 when printed at 10 centimetres wide. The multi-coloured SEM image not only provides valuable insights into the biological processes involved in reproduction but also highlights the aesthetic appeal found within nature's intricate designs. This photograph from Science Photo Library invites us to marvel at the wonders of botany and flora while reminding us of the vital role played by pollen in sustaining our planet's diverse ecosystems.

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