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Bone canals, light micrograph
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Bone canals, light micrograph
Bone canals. Coloured light micrograph of a section through human compact bone, showing Haversian canals (circular regions). The concentric rings surrounding the Haversian canals are called lamellae. The canals run along the long skeletal bones, and contain blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerves. The lamellae are made of compacted collagen fibres and minerals produced by bone-forming cells that are called osteoblasts. The osteoblasts become trapped in the bone matrix at sites called lacunae (small dark spots spaced throughout). Magnification: x200 when printed 10cm wide
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Canal Canals Circles Collagen Compact Bone Cross Section False Colour Haversian Canal Histological Histology Lacuna Lacunae Lamella Lamellae Layers Osteoblasts Physiological Rings Slice Tissue Transverse Whorls False Coloured Light Micrograph Light Microscope Section
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This print showcases the intricate network of bone canals within human compact bone. The image, captured using a light microscope and enhanced with false colors, reveals the mesmerizing beauty hidden within our skeletal structure. The circular regions depicted in this micrograph are known as Haversian canals, which serve as vital conduits for blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerves. Surrounding these canals are concentric rings called lamellae, composed of densely packed collagen fibers and minerals produced by specialized bone-forming cells called osteoblasts. As we delve deeper into the image, small dark spots scattered throughout become apparent - these are lacunae where osteoblasts have become trapped within the bone matrix. This cross-section view provides a glimpse into the complexity of our bones at a microscopic level. With a magnification of x200 when printed at 10cm wide, this photograph allows us to appreciate the remarkable intricacy that lies beneath our skin. It serves as a testament to both the structural strength and physiological functionality that enables our bodies to move and support us every day. Whether you're an anatomy enthusiast or simply fascinated by nature's design, this visually stunning print from Science Photo Library offers an awe-inspiring window into one aspect of human biology that is often overlooked but undeniably essential – our bones.
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