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Diatom assortment, SEMs
Diatoms. Coloured scanning electron micrographs (SEMs) of a circular arrangement of various diatoms. Diatoms are planktonic unicellular algae. They have a mineralised cell wall (frustule) divided into two halves. The frustule contains silica and provides protection and support. Magnification unknown
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Media ID 6292197
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Alga Algae Algal Arrangement Assorted Assortment Circle Circular Design Diatom Diatoms Frustule Frustules Geometrical Geometry Pattern Phytoplankton Plankton Planktonic Radial Round Rounded Single Celled Symmetrical Symmetry Unicellular Wheel
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft cushions
Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of diatoms, a type of planktonic unicellular algae. The coloured scanning electron micrographs (SEMs) capture a circular arrangement of various diatoms, revealing their mesmerizing patterns and symmetrical forms. Each diatom possesses a mineralized cell wall called frustule, which is divided into two halves and contains silica. This frustule not only provides protection but also offers structural support to these delicate organisms. The unknown magnification adds an element of mystery to this image, leaving us in awe of the microscopic world that exists within our natural surroundings. The vibrant colors and rounded shapes create a visually striking composition reminiscent of a wheel or geometric design. Diatoms play an essential role in aquatic ecosystems as phytoplankton, serving as primary producers by converting sunlight into organic matter through photosynthesis. Their abundance and diversity contribute significantly to global carbon fixation and oxygen production. This print from Science Photo Library invites us to marvel at the wonders of nature's design on both macroscopic and microscopic scales. It serves as a reminder that even the tiniest organisms can possess extraordinary beauty when observed closely with advanced imaging techniques like SEMs.
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