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Poster Print : SEM of surface of cracked compact disc
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SEM of surface of cracked compact disc
False colour scanning electron micrograph of the surface of a compact disc cracked to show the musical layer below (centre). The disc is made of plastic, which is pressed with a series of fine depressions (notches), representing a digitised musical signal capable of being read by a laser. To reflect the laser light, the music layer is coated with a fine film of metal (unseen) which follows the depressions exactly. This layer is covered by another layer of transparent plastic, which is visible here. The music is sandwiched between two layers of plastic, which prevents dust & scratches from affecting the sound. Magnification:X1000 at 10x8inch X143 at 35mmsize. Blue & yellow colorvir
Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations
Media ID 6441417
© DR JEREMY BURGESS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Audio Sound Communication Communications Compact Disc Music
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the intriguing world beneath the surface of a cracked compact disc with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. Featuring an captivating false-color Scanning Electron Micrograph image from Science Photo Library, this print showcases the intricate details of the musical layer hidden within. A must-have for music lovers, tech enthusiasts, or anyone fascinated by the inner workings of technology. Bring the wonders of science into your home or office with this unique and visually stunning poster.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.9cm x 42cm (20.8" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate surface of a cracked compact disc, revealing the hidden musical layer beneath. The false color scanning electron micrograph highlights the remarkable details of this technological marvel. Constructed primarily from plastic, the disc is meticulously pressed with a series of fine depressions or notches that represent a digitized musical signal. These notches can be read by a laser to produce sound. To enhance reflectivity and enable laser reading, an unseen layer of metal coats the music layer precisely following its depressions. In this image, we observe another transparent plastic layer covering the music layer, allowing us to witness its delicate structure. This protective sandwiching design ensures that dust and scratches do not compromise the quality of sound produced. The photograph's magnification at X1000 reveals mesmerizing intricacies when viewed on an impressive 10x8-inch print or X143 when observed at 35mm size. The vibrant blue and yellow colors add visual interest to this scientific marvel captured by Science Photo Library. This visually stunning depiction provides insights into both communication technology and audio sound reproduction through compact discs without mentioning any specific commercial use or company affiliation.
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