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Coloured SEM of a lavender leafs surface
Lavender leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the ventral surface of a leaf of the lavender plant (Lavandula augustifolia). Spherical lavender oil glands (mauve) are found among the branched hairs (trichomes) covering the leafs surface. These hairs have both a protective function against predators and serve to reduce evaporation from the leaf. The small, rounded green structures on the leafs surface are pores (stomata) which regulate gas exchange between the leafs interior and the atmosphere. Lavender grows wild in the Mediterranean region, but is farmed all over the world. Magnification: x300 at 5x7cm size. Magnification:x738 at 5x7ins size
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a lavender leaf's surface. The coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals the mesmerizing details of this Lavandula augustifolia plant. The image highlights spherical lavender oil glands, depicted in a delicate mauve hue, nestled among the branched hairs known as trichomes that cover the leaf's surface. These trichomes serve a dual purpose: protecting against predators and reducing evaporation from the leaf. The photograph also captures small, rounded green structures called stomata scattered across the leaf's surface. These pores play a crucial role in regulating gas exchange between the interior of the leaf and its surrounding atmosphere. Lavender is an enchanting plant that grows wild in Mediterranean regions but is cultivated worldwide. This particular SEM image provides us with an up-close look at its unique features, allowing us to appreciate nature's intricate design on a microscopic level. With magnification levels reaching x300 for 5x7cm prints or x738 for 5x7ins prints, this stunning photograph from Science Photo Library offers viewers an opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of botany and explore one of nature's most beloved plants – lavender.
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