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Chickweed flower pistil and pollen, SEM
Chickweed flower pistil and pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a chickweed flower (Stellaria media) pistil (yellow) and pollen grains (green). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures. They contain one or more carpels, which, in turn, contain a stigma, style and an ovary. Within the ovaries are the ovules, the female gametes (sex cells). The ovaries are fertilised by pollen grains, the male gametes
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Carpel Carpels Chickweed False Colour Gamete Gametes Grains Ovaries Ovary Pistil Pollen Grain Re Production Reproductive Organ Stellaria Media Stigma Stigmas Style Styles False Coloured
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a chickweed flower at a microscopic level. In this false-colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are granted a mesmerizing glimpse into the reproductive structures of this delicate plant species. The vibrant yellow pistil takes center stage, representing the female reproductive organ of the flower. Within its structure lies one or more carpels, each housing an ovary, style, and stigma. The ovaries contain the essential ovules, which serve as the female gametes or sex cells. Contrasting against the pistil's brilliance are the vivid green pollen grains scattered around it. These tiny particles represent male gametes and play a crucial role in fertilization. As they land on receptive stigmas within other flowers, they initiate pollination and enable reproduction to occur. Through this image, we witness nature's remarkable mechanism for perpetuating life. It serves as a testament to both botanical marvels and scientific advancements in imaging technology like scanning electron microscopy (SEM). This photograph not only captures our attention with its stunning colors but also invites us to appreciate the complexity hidden within even seemingly simple flowers like chickweed. Science Photo Library presents this extraordinary snapshot that seamlessly combines artistry with biological exploration—a visual feast for botany enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
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