Moths interior

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Moths interior

Moths interior. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the trachea and Malpighi tubules of a moth (order Lepidoptera). Oxygen enters the tracheal tubes (green) from the spiracles (breathing pores, not seen) on the moths body surface. The oxygen diffuses directly into the moths cells across the branching tracheal tubes. The Malpighian tubules (pink) act like human kidneys and selectively extract metabolic waste products (water, salts and uric acid) from the circulating body fluid called haemolymph. The tubules empty into the hindgut (not seen) and the waste is expelled from the body

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Branch Branched Branches Diffusion Digestive System Excretion False Colour Insecta Interior Lepidoptera Metabolic Moth Respiration Respiratory System Trachea Tubes False Coloured

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This print showcases the intricate interior of a moth, revealing its remarkable respiratory and excretory systems. Captured using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), the image unveils the delicate trachea and Malpighi tubules that play vital roles in the moth's survival. The green tracheal tubes serve as pathways for oxygen to enter the moth's body through tiny spiracles, which are breathing pores not visible in this image. Oxygen diffuses directly into the cells across these branching tubes, ensuring efficient respiration for this fascinating creature. In addition to respiration, the pink-hued Malpighian tubules act similarly to human kidneys by selectively extracting waste products from the circulating body fluid known as haemolymph. These metabolic waste products include water, salts, and uric acid. The tubules then empty into an unseen hindgut where waste is expelled from the moth's body. This mesmerizing photograph offers us a glimpse into nature's incredible complexity and highlights how even small organisms possess sophisticated biological mechanisms for survival. It serves as a testament to both the beauty of wildlife and our ongoing exploration of zoology and biology.

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