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Fossilised dinosaur bone, SEM
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Fossilised dinosaur bone, SEM
Fossilised dinosaur bone, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This specimen is from a long bone of a Hypsolophodon fossil found on the Isle of Wight. This dinosaur was a herbivore from the Cretaceous Period. Both outer compact and inner spongey bone is present. The circular holes are the Haversian canals that carry blood vessels. Magnification: x20 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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Compact Bone Cretaceous Period Dinosaur Fossil Fossilised Fossilized Haversian Canal Haversian Canals Herbivore Herbivorous Isle Of Wight Long Bone Palaeontological Palaeozoological Palaeozoology Paleontological Paleozoological Paleozoology Pre Historic Pre History Reptile Spongy Bone False Coloured Palaeontology
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history frozen in time - a fossilised dinosaur bone. The image, captured using a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), reveals intricate details of this ancient relic from the Isle of Wight. Belonging to the long bone of a Hypsolophodon, an herbivorous dinosaur that roamed during the Cretaceous Period, both outer compact and inner spongey bone structures are clearly visible. Upon closer inspection, one can observe the presence of circular holes known as Haversian canals, which served as conduits for blood vessels within the living organism. With a magnification level of x20 when printed at 10 centimetres across, this photograph allows us to appreciate the delicate intricacies preserved within this fossil. The false-coloured SEM highlights various aspects such as biological composition and structure while adding vibrancy to its visual appeal. This extraordinary snapshot provides invaluable insights into paleontology and zoology by offering researchers and enthusiasts alike an opportunity to study these prehistoric creatures up close. As we marvel at this mesmerising glimpse into our planet's past, it serves as a reminder that there is still much left to discover about our natural world. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an awe-inspiring image that combines artistry with scientific exploration.
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