Liverwort spore elaters, light micrograph
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Liverwort spore elaters, light micrograph
Liverwort spore elaters, light micrograph. Transverse section through the sporangium of a liverwort (Pellia epiphylla). This is the basal portion of the sporangium, a region of the sporangium also called the elateraphore. The spores (pink) are mixed up with elongated cells with spiral thickening (elaters). When the sporangium splits open these elaters twist around as they dry and flick out the spores, which are then carried away by air currents. Magnification: x100 when printed at 10 centimetres wide
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Bryophyte Bryophytes Bryophytic Cellular Cross Section Elater Elaters Internal Structure Liverwort Part Parts Plant Anatomy Re Production Reproductive Reproductive Part Reproductive Parts Spore Spores Structural Tissue Transverse Cells Light Micrograph Light Microscope Section Sectioned
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This print showcases the intricate world of liverwort spore elaters, captured under a light microscope. The image reveals a transverse section through the sporangium of a liverwort known as Pellia epiphylla. Specifically, it depicts the basal portion of the sporangium, also referred to as the elateraphore. Within this microcosm, we observe an enthralling interplay between pink spores and elongated cells adorned with spiral thickening called elaters. As nature's ingenious mechanism unfolds, these elaters play a crucial role in dispersing the spores. When the sporangium splits open, these remarkable structures twist around as they dry and suddenly flick out the spores into their surroundings. The mesmerizing visual is not only aesthetically pleasing but also sheds light on an essential aspect of plant reproduction. Magnified at 100 times its original size when printed at 10 centimeters wide, this photograph offers us an intimate glimpse into the internal structure and cellular intricacies of bryophytes like liverworts. By capturing such minute details within botanical anatomy, this image from Science Photo Library invites us to marvel at nature's complexity while deepening our understanding of plant biology. It serves as a testament to both scientific exploration and artistic appreciation for Earth's diverse flora.
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