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Purkinje nerve cell, TEM C014 / 0583
Purkinje nerve cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a purkinje nerve cell (green) from the cerebellum of the brain, showing the cell body (centre) and its primary dendrite (cell process, left). It is through the dendrites that the cell receives impulses from other cells. Purkinje cells, which play a role in motor coordination, form the junction between the granular and molecular layers of the grey matter of the cerebellum. The brains cerebellum controls balance, posture and muscle coordination. Magnification: x500 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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This print showcases a Purkinje nerve cell, revealing its intricate structure and vital role in the brain's functioning. Taken using a transmission electron microscope (TEM), the image displays a green-colored Purkinje cell from the cerebellum, which is responsible for motor coordination. The central focus of this image lies on the cell body of the Purkinje nerve cell, located at its center. Surrounding it is the primary dendrite or cell process extending towards the left side of the photo. These dendrites serve as conduits for receiving impulses from other cells, highlighting their crucial function in neural communication. Purkinje cells act as connectors between two layers of grey matter within the cerebellum - granular and molecular layers. The cerebellum plays a significant role in maintaining balance, posture, and muscle coordination. Understanding these specialized nerve cells provides insights into how our brains control movement and perform complex tasks seamlessly. With a magnification level of x500 when printed 10 centimeters wide, this remarkable photograph by Thomas Deerinck captures both beauty and scientific significance simultaneously. It serves as an invaluable resource for studying neurology, cytology, histology, and various aspects related to human anatomy while appreciating nature's complexity at its finest.
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