Fossil diatom, light micrograph C016 / 8586
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Fossil diatom, light micrograph C016 / 8586
Fossil diatom. Interphase contrast light micrograph of a fossilised diatom. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species. They form an important part of the plankton at the base of the marine and freshwater food chains. The characteristic feature of diatoms is their intricately patterned glass-like cell wall, or frustule. The frustule often has rows of tiny holes, known as striae. Magnification: x560 when printed at 10 centimetres wide
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Alga Algae Algal Circle Circular Diatom Fossil Fossilised Fossilized Frustule Interphase Contrast Micro Organism Micro Organisms Microbiology Microorganism Microorganisms Mineralised Phytoplankton Plankton Planktonic Preserved Round Silica Stria Striae Unicellular Light Micrograph Light Microscope Microbiological Palaeontology
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This print showcases a fossil diatom, captured through the lens of a light microscope. Diatoms are an extraordinary group of single-celled algae that play a vital role in both marine and freshwater ecosystems. With approximately 10,000 species, they form the foundation of the food chains in these environments. What sets diatoms apart is their intricately patterned glass-like cell wall, known as a frustule. This fossilized specimen exhibits its characteristic circular shape and reveals rows of tiny holes called striae on its frustule. The delicate details preserved within this ancient organism are truly remarkable. The black background emphasizes the beauty and complexity of this botanical marvel. Its mineralized structure composed mainly of silica gives it an ethereal appearance against the dark backdrop. At a magnification level of x560 when printed at 10 centimeters wide, this image allows us to appreciate every minute detail present in this microorganism's structure. It offers us a glimpse into the microscopic world where life thrives unseen by our naked eyes. Frank Fox from Science Photo Library has skillfully captured not only the scientific significance but also the aesthetic allure hidden within nature's wonders with this stunning photograph print.
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