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Pine tree stem, light micrograph
Pine tree stem. Coloured light micrograph of a cross-section through the stem of a pine tree. (Pinus sp.). The red wood (xylem, lower left) has resin canals in it, which are outlined in green. The resin produced by the canals contains turpentine, which stops bacteria, fungi and insects from decomposing or eating the stems or leaves. Several growth rings are also distinguishable in the xylem, which can be counted to calculate the trees age, as the cambium (thin green ring at the edge) forms one ring each year as it expands outwards. The green feature spanning these rings is the phloem, which transports nutrients around the plant. The darker region at top is the cortex, the outer portion of the stem. Magnification: x18 when printed 10cm wide
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Cambium Cortex Cross Section Dendrology False Colour Internal Phloem Pine Plant Biology Polarised Polarized Resin Resin Canal Slice Stem Structures Tissue Transverse Wood Xylem False Coloured Light Micrograph Light Microscope Resins Section Turpentine
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 26.5cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 stunning print captures the intricate beauty of a pine tree stem in incredible detail. The colored light micrograph reveals a cross-section of the stem, showcasing its various components and functions. The red wood, known as xylem, is prominently displayed in the lower left corner. Within this wood, resin canals are outlined in vibrant green. These canals contain turpentine, which acts as a natural defense mechanism against bacteria, fungi, and insects that may try to decompose or consume the stems or leaves. The growth rings visible within the xylem allow for an estimation of the tree's age. Each year, as the cambium (the thin green ring at the edge) expands outwards, it forms one new growth ring. Additionally, we can observe the phloem - represented by a green feature spanning these rings - responsible for transporting nutrients throughout the plant. The darker region at the top represents the cortex -the outer portion of the stem- adding depth and contrast to this image. With a magnification of x18 when printed 10cm wide, every intricate detail becomes apparent to viewers. This print not only showcases nature's remarkable structures but also highlights essential aspects of botany and biology. It serves as a testament to both scientific curiosity and aesthetic appreciation for our natural world.
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