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Pea flower pollination, SEM
Pea flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (yellow) on the stigma (green) of a garden pea flower (Pisum sativum). The pollen grains, which contain male genetic material, have become trapped by the stigmas papillae (hair-like structures, green). The stigma is part of the female reproductive structure (pistil), which is formed from one or more carpels. Each carpel consists of a stigma, a style and an ovary (not seen). If the female sex cells (ovules) in the ovary become fertilised by the pollen grains male sex cells, the carpel may ripen to produce a fruit containing seeds. Magnification: x180 at 6x7cm size
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Carpel Grains Papilla Papillae Pistil Pisum Sativum Pollen Grain Pollination Re Production Reproductive Stigma Garden Pea
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 19.7cm x 24.4cm (7.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the intricate process of pea flower pollination. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we witness the delicate dance between male and female genetic material. The vibrant yellow pollen grains can be seen adorning the green stigma of a garden pea flower, scientifically known as Pisum sativum. The stigmas papillae, hair-like structures in green, play a crucial role in this reproductive ballet by trapping the pollen grains. The stigma is part of the pistil, which is formed from one or more carpels. Each carpel consists of a stigma, style, and ovary (not visible in this image). If fertilization occurs between the male sex cells contained within the pollen grains and the female sex cells (ovules) housed within the ovary, then magic happens. The carpel may ripen to produce a fruit that contains seeds. This mesmerizing SEM image magnified at x180 showcases nature's remarkable complexity on a minuscule scale. It offers us an opportunity to appreciate both structure and beauty simultaneously while shedding light on essential botanical processes such as pollination. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an awe-inspiring glimpse into our natural world through their exceptional photography skills and scientific expertise.
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