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Sea fan, X-ray
Sea fan coral. Coloured X-ray of a sea fan, or gorgonian. Sea fans are coral-like organisms that live in a large colony. Each organism, or polyp, secretes a hard mineral around itself for protection and support. The secretions of the entire colony form the rocky skeleton seen here. Sea fan polyps feed by sifting minute plankton particles from the water. Sea fans are flat, and are orientated to present the maximum surface area to the prevailing current
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Media ID 6468887
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Cnidarian Coelenterate Colonial Colony Coral Gorgonian Life Organism Radiography
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 59.9cm x 58.1cm (23.6" x 22.9")
Estimated Product Size is 78.7cm x 68.5cm (31" x 27")
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 a Sea fan coral, captured through an X-ray lens. The vibrant colors and delicate details are brought to life, revealing the fascinating world of this marine organism. Sea fans are colonial creatures that form large colonies by secreting a hard mineral around themselves for protection and support. The rocky skeleton seen in this image is the result of the collective secretions from each polyp within the colony. These sea fan polyps have a unique feeding mechanism, sifting minute plankton particles from the surrounding water to sustain themselves. Their flat shape and orientation allow them to maximize their surface area exposure to take advantage of prevailing currents. This photograph not only highlights the natural wonder found beneath our oceans but also serves as a reminder of the diversity and complexity present in our planet's ecosystems. It offers us a glimpse into the mesmerizing world of cnidarians - coelenterate organisms like sea fans - which play an essential role in maintaining marine biodiversity. Through this stunning visual representation, we can appreciate both the artistic beauty and scientific significance behind this sea fan coral species. This image is truly a testament to nature's remarkable creations, showcasing its ability to inspire awe and curiosity among those who observe it closely.
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