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Foxglove seed coat
Foxglove seed coat. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the testa or protective seed coat of a foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). The testa has an irregular honeycomb-like structure which traps particles of soil when the seed falls to the ground. This helps to anchor it, improving its chances of germination. Foxgloves grow in Europe and the USA in woodland and on dry heaths. Magnification: x1040 at 6x7cm size
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Digitalis Purpurea Foxglove Part Parts Plants Reproduction Reproductive Seed Coat Testa
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 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of a foxglove seed coat. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph, we are granted a close-up view of the testa or protective seed coat of a Digitalis purpurea, commonly known as foxglove. The irregular honeycomb-like structure is immediately striking, serving an essential purpose in the plant's reproductive process. As the seed falls to the ground, this unique testa traps particles of soil within its delicate framework. This ingenious adaptation acts as an anchor for the seed, increasing its chances of successful germination and growth. It is fascinating to witness nature's ingenuity at work through such microscopic details. Foxgloves can be found flourishing in woodlands and dry heaths across Europe and the USA. Their vibrant presence adds splashes of color to these natural landscapes while providing vital habitats for various organisms. Through magnification at x1040 on a 6x7cm size scale, this photograph allows us to appreciate every minute detail that contributes to the survival and reproduction of plants like foxgloves. It serves as a reminder that even in seemingly insignificant aspects of nature lie extraordinary mechanisms designed by evolution itself. This stunning image from Science Photo Library reminds us how interconnected we are with our environment and encourages us to marvel at both its grandeur and intricacy
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