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Caraway fruit, SEM
Caraway fruit. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross section through a dried caraway (Carum carvi) fruit. The cross section shows how the fruit, known as a schizocarp, is divided into two mericarps.Caraway has an aroma and taste similar to anise. It is used as a spice in cooking and as a flavouring for cheeses and breads. Caraway belongs to the apiaceae family of plants which includes carrot, celery, parsnip, dill and many other important food crops. Magnification: x32 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Apiaceae Aromatic Cookery Cooking Cross Section Cuisine Culinary Dried Edible Flavour Flavouring Foodstuff Fruit Fruit Pod Half Halved Ingredient Schizocarp Seed Spice Spices Transverse Section Umbellifer Umbelliferae Caraway Caraway Seed Carum Carvi
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a caraway fruit, captured through a scanning electron microscope. The cross section reveals the unique structure of this dried fruit, known as a schizocarp, which is divided into two mericarps. Caraway possesses an enticing aroma and taste reminiscent of anise, making it a popular spice in cooking. It adds delightful flavors to various dishes such as cheeses and breads. Belonging to the apiaceae family of plants, which includes other culinary staples like carrot, celery, parsnip, and dill, caraway holds significant importance in our food crops. This botanical marvel offers us not only its aromatic properties but also serves as an essential ingredient for flavor enhancement. The magnified image provides us with a closer look at the half-cross section of this umbelliferous pod. Its biological composition becomes apparent under the scanning electron microscope's lens—each detail revealing nature's precision. As we explore this mesmerizing photograph further, we gain insight into the world of botany and culinary arts intertwined harmoniously. Let your imagination wander through this visual feast that celebrates both science and gastronomy—a testament to how even the tiniest elements can leave a lasting impact on our senses.
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