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Tardigrade or Water Bear
Water bear or tardigrade. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a water bear (Echiniscus sp.) walking over spagnum moss. Water bears live in damp habitats such as moss or lichen and are tiny segmented invertebrates. They can survive dry conditions by changing into a dessicated state in which they can remain for many years. Whilst in this form (known as a tun) they can withstand the most extreme environments and can tolerate radiation levels as high as x1000 more than other animals, including humans. They have even been brought back alive after spending 10 days in the vacuum of space! They are classed as extremeophiles. Magnification x1120 (x275 at 10cm wide)
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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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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.
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This print showcases the incredible resilience and adaptability of a Tardigrade, also known as a Water Bear. The scanning electron micrograph captures the minute details of this tiny segmented invertebrate as it gracefully walks over spagnum moss. Water bears thrive in damp habitats like moss or lichen, but what sets them apart is their ability to survive in extreme conditions. When faced with dry environments, they undergo a remarkable transformation into a dessicated state called a tun. In this form, they can endure for many years without water. These extraordinary creatures can withstand radiation levels up to 1000 times higher than other animals, including humans. Their astonishing survival skills don't end there; tardigrades have even defied the odds by surviving 10 days in the vacuum of space! This makes them true extremeophiles - organisms capable of thriving in the harshest environments imaginable. The magnified image reveals intricate details that would otherwise go unnoticed by the naked eye. It's fascinating to observe how these "moss piglets" navigate their surroundings and adapt to ensure their survival. This photograph serves as a testament to nature's ingenuity and reminds us that life exists even where we least expect it. The resilience and tenacity displayed by these microscopic creatures are awe-inspiring and offer valuable insights into how life can persist against all odds.
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