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Coloured SEM of mother of pearl from oyster shell
Mother of pearl. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of calcite crystals in mother of pearl from an oyster (shell. Calcite is a form of calcium carbonate which is secreted by the oyster to form a protective shell. The crystals form well organised stacks, as seen here, which gives the shell strength. The nacreous colours seen in mother of pearl are a result of the refraction of light through these crystals. Oysters are sedentary (non-moving) bivalve molluscs which attach themselves to the sea floor and eat passing plankton. Magnification: x2000 at 6x7cm size
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Calcite Calcium Carbonate Crystal Crystals Mollusca Nacre Oyster Mother Of Pearl
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19cm (9.6" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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.
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of mother of pearl, extracted from an oyster shell. The colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals a mesmerizing display of calcite crystals within the nacreous structure. Calcite, a form of calcium carbonate, is secreted by the oyster to construct its protective shell. The well-organized stacks of crystals depicted in this image contribute to the remarkable strength and resilience of the shell. However, it is the refraction of light through these crystals that truly steals the show. The result is a stunning array of iridescent colors that adorn mother-of-pearl objects. Oysters themselves are fascinating creatures; they are sedentary bivalve mollusks that anchor themselves to the sea floor and sustain their existence by filtering plankton from passing water currents. At a magnification level of x2000 on a 6x7cm size print, this SEM photograph allows us to appreciate nature's microscopic wonders up close. It serves as a reminder that even within seemingly ordinary objects like shells lie extraordinary intricacies waiting to be discovered. This image captures both scientific curiosity and aesthetic appreciation for nature's artistry. It invites us into the enchanting world beneath our feet while reminding us how much there still remains to explore and understand about our natural surroundings.
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