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Periwinkle flower pollination, SEM
Periwinkle flower pollination. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a grain of pollen (lower left) on the stigma of a periwinkle flower (family Apocynaceae). The pollen grain, which contains male genetic material, has become trapped by the stigmas papillae (hair-like structures, pink). 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 pollens genetic material, the carpel may ripen to produce a fruit containing seeds. Magnification: x70 at 6x7cm size
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Carpel Papilla Papillae Periwinkle Pistil Pollen Grain Pollination Re Production Reproductive Stigma Apocynaceae
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 19.7cm (9.6" x 7.8")
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 captures the intricate process of periwinkle flower pollination. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we witness a grain of pollen, containing male genetic material, delicately resting on the stigma of a periwinkle flower from the Apocynaceae family. The stigmas papillae, which are hair-like structures in a vibrant pink hue, have entrapped the pollen grain. The stigma serves as an essential part of the pistil, which is the female reproductive structure formed by one or more carpels. Each carpel consists of a stigma, style, and ovary (not visible in this image). If fertilization occurs between the female sex cells (ovules) within the ovary and the pollens genetic material, it may result in fruit formation with seeds. Magnified at x70 and printed at 6x7cm size, this SEM provides us with an up-close view into nature's remarkable mechanisms. It showcases how plants ensure their survival through reproduction and highlights their complex beauty that often goes unnoticed by our naked eyes. This stunning photograph not only celebrates botany but also emphasizes the importance of understanding plant biology for ecological balance and conservation efforts. Science Photo Library has once again captured nature's wonders with precision and artistry in this extraordinary image.
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