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Human skull development
Human skull development. Coloured x-ray of three human skulls including a newborn, a child and an adult. The newborns skull (left) has a gap in the cranium where the skull plates have not yet sealed. The plates have sealed in the childs skull (centre). Secondary teeth can be seen above the milk teeth which they will eventually replace. The jaw of the fully formed adult skull (right) contains a full set of secondary teeth
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This print showcases the fascinating journey of human skull development. In this beautifully colored x-ray image, we are presented with a trio of skulls representing different stages of growth: a newborn, a child, and an adult. On the left side, the delicate cranium of the newborn skull reveals an intriguing gap where the plates have not yet sealed. This serves as a reminder of our early vulnerability and rapid transformation during infancy. Moving to the center skull, we witness significant changes in bone structure as the plates have now fully sealed in the child's cranium. Additionally, secondary teeth start emerging above their milk teeth, symbolizing nature's plan for replacement and growth. Finally, on the right side stands an awe-inspiring fully formed adult skull. Its jaw proudly exhibits a complete set of secondary teeth that signify maturity and adulthood. Through this remarkable image captured by radiography techniques, we gain insight into both biological and anatomical aspects of human development. The intricate details within each skeletal bone – from eye sockets to nasal cavities – provide us with profound knowledge about our own morphology as Homo sapiens. Science Photo Library has once again delivered an exceptional visual representation that sparks curiosity about our ever-changing bodies.
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