Papillae Collection

Cat tongue surface, SEM
Cats tongue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of a cats (family Felidae) tongue. The tongue is covered in many backward facing papillae (projections)

Forget-me-not flower, SEM
Forget-me-not flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) flower. The corolla consists of five petals (blue)

Digital cross section illustration of taste buds and filiform papilae on tongue

Forget-me-not flower, SEM
Forget-me-not flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) flower. The petals (blue) are covered by numerous projections called papillae

Yarrow flower petal, SEM
Yarrow flower petal. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a petal from the flower of a Japanese type of yarrow (Achillea alpina)

Zinnia flower petal, SEM
Zinnia flower petal. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Zinnia sp. petal. The projections on the petal help to prevent water loss

Cow tongue under the microscope: veal tongue showing different papillae 1, foliate papilla 2, filiform papillae 3, and fungiform papillae 4

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Flatworm. Date:

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Dragonfish Sea Cucumber with extended papillae on black sand. Date:

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White-V Octopus camouflaged on black sand TK1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. White-V Octopus

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Pair of Bigfin Reef Squid during night dive Batu Angus dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Pair of Bigfin Reef Squid

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Cowrie with extended papillae Tanjung Slope dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Cowrie

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Bigfin Reef Squid on nght dive TK1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Bigfin Reef Squid

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Veined Octopus with leaf on black sand on night dive Jahir dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Veined Octopus

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Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Frog tongue - taste receptors papillae Date:

Tongue, Keratin that covers the apex of the papillae under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Tongue - Keratin that covers the apex of the papillae under microscope

Tongue, Vallate papillae under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Tongue - Vallate papillae under microscope

Tongue, Fungiform papillae under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Tongue - Fungiform papillae under microscope

Tongue, Filiform papillae under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Tongue - Filiform papillae under microscope

Kidney anatomy, artwork C016 / 8945
Kidney anatomy, artwork. The kidneys filter waste from the blood and excrete it as urine. The kidney consists of an outer cortex and an inner medulla

Pea flower pollination, SEM C016 / 0067
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (ovals) on the stigma of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum)

Tongue, light micrograph C015 / 7105
Tongue. Light micrograph of a section through healthy tongue tissue. The surface of the tongue (across top) consists of stratified squamous epithelium (dark purple) with a rough keratinised surface

Pea flower pollination, SEM C016 / 0065
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (ovals) on the stigma of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum)

Pea flower pollination, SEM C016 / 0066
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (ovals) on the stigma of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum)

Human tongue, SEM C014 / 4855
Human tongue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface structure of a human tongue. The taste-buds (papillae)

Human tongue, SEM C014 / 4854
Human tongue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface structure of a human tongue. The taste-buds (papillae)

Kidney anatomy, artwork C016 / 8663
Kidney anatomy, artwork. The kidneys filter waste from the blood and excrete it as urine. The kidney consists of an outer cortex and an inner medulla

Kidney anatomy, artwork C016 / 8661
Kidney anatomy, artwork. The kidneys filter waste from the blood and excrete it as urine. The kidney consists of an outer cortex and an inner medulla

Kidney anatomy, artwork C016 / 8662
Kidney anatomy, artwork. The kidneys filter waste from the blood and excrete it as urine. The kidney consists of an outer cortex and an inner medulla

Kidney anatomy, artwork C016 / 8660
Kidney anatomy, artwork. The kidneys filter waste from the blood and excrete it as urine. The kidney consists of an outer cortex and an inner medulla

Horseradish petal, SEM C016 / 8062
Horseradish petal. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a petal from a horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) flower, showing the structure of the papillae that make up its surface

Petal papillae, SEM
Petal papillae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of papillae on the surface of a cultivated primrose (Primula obconica) petal. Papillae are projections from epidermal cells

Petal papillae on a Snapdragon flower
Petal papillae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph showing papillae on the petal of a Snapdragon flower, Antirrhinum majus. Papillae are projections from epidermal cells

Hedgehog tongue, SEM
Hedgehog tongue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of filiform papillae on the surface of a hedgehogs tongue. These small projections are used for grooming

Mole nose, SEM
Mole nose. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the snout (pink) of a mole, showing specialised bulbous papillae (projections) known as Eimers organs

Papillae on the tongue of a bat
Papillae on the tongue of a pipistrelle bat. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tongue of a pipistrelle bat (Pipistrellus pipistrellus)

Kites toe papillae, SEM
Kites toe papillae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of papillae from the base of a kites (family Accipitridae) toe

Pipistrelle bat tongue, SEM
Pipistrelle bat tongue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of a pipistrelle bats (Pipistrellus pipistrellus) tongue showing three types of papillae (projections)

Breathing tube on a fruit flys pupa, SEM
Breathing tube on a fruit flys pupa, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This structure is called a spiracle. This fruit fly is Drosophila melanogaster (wild type Oregon R)

Tongue papillae, SEM
Tongue papillae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of filiform papillae on the surface of the tongue. Some types of papillae, or small projections, house tastebuds

Skin anatomy. Historical anatomical artwork of the human skin. The main diagram (lower centre) shows scalp hairs and sebaceous glands (yellow, near surface)

Papillae on the tongue
Papillae on tongue, coloured historical artwork. On the tongue most tastebuds, the structures that provide information about the taste of food, sit on small platforms called papillae

Tongue anatomy. Historical anatomical artwork of a human tongue. The main diagram (centre) shows the upper surface of the tongue

Rabbit tongues surface, SEM
Rabbit tongues surface, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The tongue is covered in thin projections called filiform papillae. These sense touch

Tongue papillae, light micrograph
Tongue papillae. Coloured light micrograph of a section through the tongue, showing its filiform papillae (red). They project from the tongues upper surface, giving it its rough texture

Taste bud, light micrograph
Taste bud. Coloured light micrograph of a section through the tongue, showing a taste bud. This taste bud is seen as a round purple mass slightly to the right of the vertical white line

Taste bud, SEM
Taste bud. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a taste bud (centre) on a tongue. This is the centre of the round tongue structure called a fungiform papilla

False-colour SEM of dorsal surface of tongue
Tongue surface. False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the dorsal surface of the tongue. It is covered by two types of projections known as filiform and fungiform papillae

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"Papillae: Unveiling the Intricate World of Texture and Taste" Discover the fascinating realm of papillae, as we delve into their diverse forms and functions. These tiny structures, resembling cat tongue surfaces under a scanning electron microscope (SEM), are not only found in feline friends but also play a crucial role in our own gustatory experiences. Intriguingly, SEM images reveal that papillae extend beyond the realms of animals. Take a closer look at the delicate petals of forget-me-not flowers or yarrow flowers, magnified to showcase their intricate textures reminiscent of filiform papilae on our tongues. The digital cross-section illustration further highlights how taste buds intertwine with these unique projections, forming an essential part of our sensory perception. Zooming back into nature's palette, SEM captures mesmerizing details within zinnia flower petals and pansy flower petals. These close-ups unveil an astonishing array of patterns and textures akin to the microscopic world residing on our tongues. But it doesn't stop there. Let's shift gears from flora to fauna as we explore cow tongue under the microscope. Picture No. 11675366 showcases this intriguing organ up close, revealing its own set of distinctive papillae formations that aid bovines in grazing and consuming vegetation effectively. As we immerse ourselves in these captivating visuals (Picture No. 11675345), let us appreciate how something so seemingly insignificant can hold such profound significance for both humans and animals alike. Papillae serve as gatekeepers to flavor sensations; they allow us to savor every delectable bite while ensuring cows graze efficiently on lush pastures. So next time you enjoy your favorite dish or marvel at nature's floral wonders, remember that beneath it all lies a hidden world shaped by intricate papillae – guardians guiding us through tactile exploration and enhancing our connection with food and beauty (Picture No. 11091797, Picture No. 11072772).