Emiliania huxleyi coccolithophores
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Emiliania huxleyi coccolithophores
Emiliania huxleyi coccolithophores collected from a bloom in the SW Approaches to the English Channel in June 2004. Date: 2004
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Alga Algae Algal Atlantic Bloom Calcite Calcite Group Carbonate Carbonate Mineral Channel Chromalveolata Chromista Coccolith Coccolithophore Coccolithophorid Electron Micrograph Eukaryote Eukaryotic Haptophyta Haptophyte Micro Micrograph Microscope Image Mineral Phytoplankton Plankton Planktonic Protist Protista Prymnesiophyceae Scanning Electron Micrograph Scanning Electron Microscope Scanning Electron Microscope Image Sem Image Shell Electron Microscope Invertebrata
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1. Title: "Emiliania huxleyi Coccolithophores: A Vibrant Display of Calcite Micro-Armor from a Bloom in the SW Approaches to the English Channel (June 2004)" 2. Description: This image showcases a stunning collection of Emiliania huxleyi coccolithophores, captured from a bloom in the Southwest Approaches to the English Channel during June 2004. These microscopic, single-celled organisms, belonging to the phylum Haptophyta within the Chromalveolata kingdom, are renowned for their unique calcite shells, known as coccoliths. 3. Emiliania huxleyi, a critical member of marine plankton, is a eukaryotic alga that plays a significant role in the carbon cycle and contributes to the formation of calcium carbonate in the ocean. The intricately patterned coccoliths, visible in this scanning electron micrograph, are composed of calcite, a carbonate mineral, and provide the organisms with both structural support and protection. 4. The image reveals a diverse array of coccolith morphologies, with some displaying simple, hexagonal shapes, while others exhibit more complex, multifaceted structures. These variations in coccolith design are thought to reflect the adaptive responses of Emiliania huxleyi to environmental conditions. 5. The presence of these coccolithophores in the English Channel is historically significant, as their blooms have been documented in European waters since the late 19th century. Their abundance and distribution have been influenced by various factors, including nutrient availability, water temperature, and ocean currents. 6. This mesmerizing sem image, captured using a scanning electron microscope, offers a glimpse into the microscopic world of marine plankton and highlights the beauty and complexity of life in the ocean. The intricate patterns and structures of the Emiliania huxleyi coccoliths serve as a testament to the wonders of nature and the ongoing exploration of the marine realm.
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