World Wide Collection (page 5)

European rabbit, artwork
European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), artwork. This is a herbivorous mammal. It is native to Europe but has been introduced to many regions worldwide, and has also been extensively domesticated

World map, artwork
World map. Artwork of a map of the Earth and its rivers forming the backdrop for a television studio

Oil drilling, conceptual image
Oil drilling. Conceptual artwork of a clamp being used to squeeze the Earth to extract oil. This image can represent oil drilling and other aspects of the oil industry

Cyber warfare, conceptual image
Cyber warfare. Conceptual artwork of arching coloured lines linking points on a world map. This image can be used to represent cyber warfare

Global temperature anomalies 2006-2010
Global temperature anomalies. Illustration showing five-year average global temperature anomalies from 2006 to 2010. The scale runs from dark red, indicating areas warmer than average, to dark blue

Gobal refuse, conceptual image
Global refuse, conceptual image

Single Earth, conceptual artwork
Single Earth. Conceptual artwork of the Earth among an array of steel spheres representing other planets. This image symbolises the uniqueness of life in the universe

Swine flu protection, conceptual image
Swine flu protection, conceptual computer artwork. Gas mask and pigs

Global flu pandemic, artwork
Global flu pandemic. Computer artwork of a globe within an influenza (flu) A virus particle, representing a global flu pandemic

Swine flu pandemic, conceptual image
Swine flu pandemic, conceptual computer artwork. The Earth (green) is sandwiched between two H1N1 influenza (flu) A virus particles (virions, orange)

Swine flu, conceptual image
Swine flu, conceptual computer artwork. Pig and an H1N1 influenza (flu) A virus particle (virion)

H1N1 flu virus particles, artwork
H1N1 flu virus particles. Computer artwork of H1N1 influenza (flu) A virus particles (virions). In each particles lipid envelope are two types of protein spike, haemagglutinin (H)

Continental drift, 200 million years ago, showing the Earth at the time of the break-up of the ancient supercontinent of Pangea. This supercontinent formed around 300 million years ago

Flu virus particles, artwork
Flu virus particles. Computer artwork of influenza (flu) A virus particles (virions). Each virus consists of a core of RNA (ribonucleic acid) genetic material surrounded by a protein coat (pink)

2009 H1N1 swine flu virus, TEM
H1N1 swine flu virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of swine influenza (flu) virus particles (virions) from the April 2009 outbreak, which originated in Mexico City, Mexico

H1N1 1918 influenza virus, TEM
H1N1 1918 influenza virus particles, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). These virus particles (virions) have been recreated from the influenza (flu)

By air sticker on cut flowers. The further a product has to travel, the greater its impact on the environment

Global warming, conceptual image. Earth with a thermometer

Regional food. Bag of potatoes with a label showing that they have been produced locally

Food miles, conceptual artwork
Food miles, conceptual computer artwork. The globe is depicted as an apple to represent food miles, the distance food has to travel from production to consumer

Global environment, conceptual artwork
Global environment, conceptual computer artwork. A spinning Earth globe is balanced on the extended finger of a plaster hand

Climate change, conceptual artwork
Climate change, conceptual computer artwork. The Earth (lower right) is a small blue globe at the start of a yellow brick road in the shape of a partially visible question mark

Geological time, conceptual artwork
MODEL RELEASED. Geological time, conceptual artwork. Hand holding a sand timer with an Earth globe draining away as sand. This image can represent concepts such as geological time

Radioactive globe, conceptual artwork
Radioactive globe, conceptual computer artwork. The Earth (lower right) forms the centre of a radiation symbol. This image could represent events like a nuclear war

Global temperatures, April 2003. Infrared satellite map of worldwide surface and cloud temperatures in April 2003. The colour-coded map shows temperatures in degrees Celsius

Global consumerism, conceptual artwork
Global consumerism, conceptual computer artwork. Globe inside a shopping trolley. This could represent global consumerism, like shopping on the internet

Global temperatures, May 2009. Infrared satellite map of average daytime air temperatures at 3000 metres elevation worldwide in May 2009

Genoese world map, 1450
Genoese world map. This world map was drawn in around 1450, possibly by the Italian mathematician, astronomer, and geographer Paolo dal Pozzo Toscanelli (1397-1482)

Global flu pandemic, conceptual artwork
Global flu pandemic, conceptual computer artwork

Space junk, conceptual artwork. Large number of satellites orbiting the Earth, representing the hazards of space junk (also called space debris)

Sea surface density, global map. The density of the surface water of the worlds oceans is calculated from measurements of temperature and salinity

Global internet, conceptual artwork
Global internet, conceptual computer artwork. Hand icon (green) pointing at a globe symbol. The globe represents the worldwide reach of computer networks such as the internet and the world wide web

Internet information highway, artwork
Internet information highway, conceptual computer artwork. Parallel tracks (white) passing through a group of globes (green) covered in printed circuit board (PCB) designs

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"Exploring the World: From Ancient Maps to Modern Discoveries" Step into a journey through time and space as we unravel the wonders of our world. Al-Idrisi's world map from 1154 takes us back to an era where cartography was in its infancy, showcasing the knowledge and curiosity of early explorers. Fast forward 250 million years, and witness continental drift shaping our planet's landscape, reminding us of Earth's ever-changing nature. As night falls, marvel at the breathtaking sight of our whole planet illuminated by city lights in a satellite image - a testament to human progress and interconnectedness. Oronce Fine's intricate world map from 1531 captures the spirit of Renaissance exploration, fueling dreams of distant lands waiting to be discovered. Dive beneath Earth's surface with topographic and bathymetric maps that reveal hidden depths and towering mountains alike. Explore the puzzle pieces that form our continents - tectonic plates shifting over millions of years have shaped Earth as we know it today. Transport yourself to Rue Du Bac with Vision - a glimpse into an artist's perspective on our global community. Witness humanity thriving amidst diversity, united under one sky. From high above, another satellite image showcases our entire planet in all its splendor; reminding us that borders are merely lines drawn by humans while nature knows no boundaries. Orteliuss' masterpiece from 1570 invites you to embark on an imaginary voyage across uncharted territories. Finally, behold the power unleashed by mankind with Dreadnought at Speed - a symbol of technological advancement propelling us further into unexplored realms. In this captivating collection spanning centuries, "World Wide" encapsulates not only geographical discoveries but also humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and connection across time and space.