Polarised Collection

Standard electrical circuit symbols. Diagram of standard symbols used to represent electrical equipment in electrical circuit diagrams. The symbols are arranged in six rows of sets of three

Compact bone, light micrograph
Compact bone. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through compact bone tissue, showing Haversian canals (circular regions)

Picture No. 11014612
Quinidine Rippled Quinidine is a chemical precurser to the antimalarial drug quinine - The image was produced using a polarising microscope and post processed in Adobe Photoshop Date:

Meteorite Jepara, thin section, LM
Polarized light micrograph of a thin section of the meteorite Jepara, found in Java, Indonesia in 2008, weighing 499 kilograms This meteorite is of the siderite type consisting principally of nickel

Pine tree stem, light micrograph
Pine tree stem. Coloured light micrograph of a cross-section through the stem of a pine tree. (Pinus sp.). The red wood (xylem, lower left) has resin canals in it, which are outlined in green

Sunstone (stone)
740690 Sunstone (stone) by Viking; Vikingeskibsmuseet, Roskilde, Denmark; (add.info.: Transparent stone which polarizes sunlight)

Picture No. 11014614
Quinidine Liquified Quinidine is a chemical precurser to the antimalarial drug quinine - The image was produced using a polarising microscope and post processed in Adobe Photoshop Date:

Picture No. 11014613
Quinidine Swirl Quinidine is a chemical precurser to the antimalarial drug quinine - The image was produced using a polarising microscope and post processed in Adobe Photoshop Date:

David Brewster (1781-1868) Scottish physicist Brewster was editor of the Edinburgh Magazine, 1802 and the Edinburgh Encyclopaedia, 1808. His scientific work was mainly in the field of optics

David Brewster (1781-1868) Scottish physicist. Optics (kaleidoscope and polarised light). Editor of the Edinburgh Magazine 1802 and the Edinburgh Encyclopaedia 1808

Photoelastic stress of toothbrush F008 / 2030
Coloured light interference pattern of a toothbrush. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of toothbrush F008 / 2038
Coloured light interference pattern of a toothbrush. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of forks and spoons F008 / 2035
Coloured light interference pattern of spoons and forks. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of knives and forks F008 / 2032
Coloured light interference pattern of knives and forks. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of a knife and fork F008 / 2029
Coloured light interference pattern of a knife and fork. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of forks and spoons F008 / 2033
Coloured light interference pattern of forks and spoons. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of a knife and fork F008 / 2031
Coloured light interference pattern of a knife and fork. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of knives and forks F008 / 2039
Coloured light interference pattern of knives and forks. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Chebarkul meteorite, light micrograph C015 / 2863
Chebarkul meteorite fragment seen through a microscope in polarised light. This research is being carried out at the Vernadsky Institute, Moscow, Russia

Epithelial tube, illustration C018 / 0786
Epithelial tube, illustration. Epithelial tubes form many of the vital structures of the body including blood vessels, hormone secreting and other glands, ducts and airways

Meteorite NWA 6435, light micrograph C018 / 6380
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section microscopic slide of the meteorite NWA 6435. NWA 6435 is a meteorite of the achondrite brachinite type, composed mostly of the mineral olivine

Sugar crystals, light micrograph C014 / 2643
Sugar. Polarised light micrograph of crystals of sucrose, or sugar. Vertical object size 1.2mm

Salt crystal, light micrograph
Salt. Polarised light micrograph of a crystal of sodium chloride, the common salt. This is a white crystalline compound widespread in nature as a solid (rock salt)

Meteorite NWA 6435, light micrograph C015 / 6794
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section microscopic slide of the meteorite NWA 6435. NWA 6435 is a meteorite of the achondrite brachinite type, composed mostly of the mineral olivine

Meteorite NWA 6435, light micrograph C015 / 6791
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section microscopic slide of the meteorite NWA 6435. NWA 6435 is a meteorite of the achondrite brachinite type, composed mostly of the mineral olivine

Meteorite NWA 6435, light micrograph C015 / 6779
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section microscopic slide of the meteorite NWA 6435. NWA 6435 is a meteorite of the achondrite brachinite type, composed mostly of the mineral olivine

Meteorite NWA 6435, light micrograph C015 / 6771
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section microscopic slide of the meteorite NWA 6435. NWA 6435 is a meteorite of the achondrite brachinite type, composed mostly of the mineral olivine

Meteorite NWA 6435, light micrograph C015 / 6766
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section microscopic slide of the meteorite NWA 6435. NWA 6435 is a meteorite of the achondrite brachinite type, composed mostly of the mineral olivine

Magnet used by Faraday C016 / 3678
Faraday effect. A large electromagnet used by british scientist Michael Faraday (1791-1867) to demonstrate the Faraday effect

Resin used in solid phase peptide synthesis A850 / 0042
Light micrograph of p-Methylbenzhydrylamine, an inert resin used in solid phase peptide synthesis; an amide group is attached to the resin allowing further amino acids to be built up in a chain

Campanularia hydrozoan, light micrograph
Campanularia hydrozoan. Polarised light micrograph of a hydroid colony of Campanularia polyps. The branches of the stem give rise to either feeding polyps (hydranths)

Shrimp larva, light micrograph
Shrimp larva. Polarised light micrograph of the larval stage (zoaea) of the common prawn (Leander serratus). Many crustaceans pass through several larvae stages

Goose barnacle, light micrograph
Goose barnacle. Polarised light micrograph of the body of a goose barnacle (Lepas anatifera). The goose barnacle is a Cirripedian crustacean

Sea urchin spine, transverse section
Sea urchin spine. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through a spine from the edible sea urchin (Echinus esculentus)

Holothuria sea cucumber, light micrograph
Holothuria tubulosa sea cucumber, polarised light micrograph. This is a young specimen. The body has several tube feet, each with a terminal circle of short branches (shield-shaped)

Human skin, polarised light micrograph
Human skin. Polarised light micrograph of a section through human skin showing hair follicles (black). The top layer of the skin

Polarised LM of a tooth with various fillings
Tooth fillings. Polarised light micrograph (PLM) of a longitudinal section through a tooth with various fillings. The enamel (orange) has been replaced in areas of decay (dental caries)

Crystals in seminal fluid. Polarised light micrograph of a sample of abnormal seminal fluid. The sample contains crystals, which may indicate a problem with the prostate

Defects in plastic, light micrograph
Defects of plastic. Polarised light micrograph showing the defects of a plastic moulding

Defective plastic, light micrograph
Defective plastic. Polarised light micrograph of a pipette. The non-red areas of the micrograph indicate defects in the plastic moulding

Woven stainless steel, light micrograph
Polarised light micrograph of woven stainless steel. This material is used in petroleum processing, aerospace applications and RFID protected wallets

Eye drops ampoules, photoelastic stress
Coloured light interference pattern of eye drops ampoules. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Perforated steel sheet, light micrograph
Light micrograph of the surface of a perforated steel sheet, using polarised light. Magnification: 50x

Photoelastic stress of a cooling fan

Photoelastic stress of plastic glasses
Coloured light interference pattern of plastic glasses. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of a plastic ice cube
Coloured light interference pattern of a plastic ice cube. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Photoelastic stress of a plastic DVD case
Coloured light interference pattern of a plastic DVD case. When photographed through cross-polarised white light some transparent plastics display coloured interference effects

Aspirin crystals, light micrograph
Aspirin crystals, polarized light micrograph. Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is an analgesic (pain-relieving) drug. It is a non-prescription drug

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"Polarised: Unveiling the Hidden Patterns in Nature and Science" Discovering the intricate world of polarization, where hidden patterns emerge through various mediums. From standard electrical circuit symbols to compact bone structures observed under a light micrograph, each element holds its own unique polarized identity. In Picture No. 11014612, witness the mesmerizing beauty of Meteorite Jepara as it reveals its inner secrets through a thin section under a light microscope. The interplay of colors and textures showcases nature's ability to create stunning polarized formations. Moving on to explore plant life, delve into Pine tree stem, Elm stem, and Dog rose stem - all captured through light micrographs. Witness how these botanical wonders exhibit their distinctive polarized structures that contribute to their strength and resilience. Shifting our focus from natural phenomena to man-made inventions, we encounter Sunstone (stone) - an enigmatic gem that possesses remarkable properties when exposed to light. Its captivating radiance exemplifies the concept of polarization in both science and aesthetics. Returning back to scientific exploration, Picture No. 11014614 presents us with yet another intriguing image that unravels unseen patterns within our surroundings. This visual revelation prompts us to question the underlying forces at play in our everyday lives. Finally, let's pay homage to David Brewster - a Scottish physicist who dedicated his life unraveling the mysteries of optics and polarization. As editor of the Edinburgh Magazine during his time, Brewster played a pivotal role in disseminating knowledge about this fascinating field. In this captivating journey through diverse realms encompassing nature's creations and human ingenuity alike, "Polarised" invites us all to embrace curiosity and marvel at the hidden wonders revealed by polarization.