False-col TEM of measles virus
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False-col TEM of measles virus
False-colour transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of virions (virus particles) of the measles virus. The specimen has been negatively stained to show the helical symmetry of the nucleocapsid - the nucleic acid core consisting of single- stranded RNA plus the surrounding protein capsid. The nucleocapsid appears as a red filament in the image. In viruses with helical symmetry, the capsid (protein) is wound around the RNA core & surrounded by a lipoprotein envelope (the position of the envelope is not clear in this image). Magnification: x25, 000 at 35mm size
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Helical Measles Virus Nucleocapsid
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This false-colour transmission electron micrograph (TEM) showcases the intricate structure of the measles virus. The image reveals a mesmerizing helical symmetry, as highlighted by the negatively stained nucleocapsid - the central core composed of single-stranded RNA and encased within a protein capsid. In this TEM print, the nucleocapsid takes on a striking red filament appearance, drawing our attention to its presence amidst the viral particles. Viruses exhibiting helical symmetry possess an intriguing arrangement where the protein capsid coils around the RNA core. Although not clearly visible in this particular image, it is worth noting that these virions are also enveloped by a lipoprotein envelope. The magnification factor employed for capturing this snapshot was an impressive x25,000 at 35mm size. This level of detail allows us to appreciate both the delicate nature and complexity of these minuscule infectious agents responsible for causing measles infections. Presented by Science Photo Library, this print serves as a testament to scientific exploration and discovery. It offers us a glimpse into an otherwise hidden world teeming with microscopic wonders that shape our understanding of viruses and their behavior.
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