Magnification Collection (page 26)

Linezolid antibiotic molecule. This synthetic antibiotic is used to treat infections that have become resistant to other antibiotics

Phentermine obesity drug molecule
Phentermine obesity drug, molecular model. This drug suppresses appetite. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: hydrogen (white), carbon (grey) and nitrogen (blue)

Scanning tunnelling microscope, artwork F005 / 0813
Scanning tunnelling microscope (STM), computer artwork. The STM uses a fine needle with an electric potential running through it to scan the surface of an object

Graves disease, light micrograph
Graves disease. Light micrograph of a section through follicle from a thyroid gland affected by Graves disease. This is an autoimmune disease, where the thyroid is overactive

Blood clot, light micrograph
Blood clot. Light micrograph of a section through an arterial thrombus. Blood clots can form in an intact vessel that contains fatty deposits or one that is inflamed

Appendicitis, light micrograph
Appendicitis. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed appendix. There is an accumulation of white blood cells (dark pink) at bottom left

Wart, light micrograph
Wart. Light micrograph of a section through a wart (verruca vulgaris). The epidermis (purple) is irregularly thickened. Magnification: x200 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Kidney disease, light micrograph
Kidney disease. Light micrograph of a section through an inflamed kidney showing a glomerulus (coiled capillaries, purple). It is surrounded by vascular exudate and necrotic tubules

Spinal bone, light micrograph
Spinal bone. Light micrograph of a section through developing bone from the vertebral column. Calcified bone is blue and uncalcified bone is red. Bone marrow is pink

Blood vessel, TEM
Blood vessel. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a blood vessel, showing platelets (blue) and red blood cells (red)

Corpora amylacea, light micrograph
Corpora amylacea. Light micrograph of a section through the choroid plexus of brain, showing two corpora amylacea (purple, bottom). These small masses are a normal find in ageing brains

Fractured tendon, SEM F006 / 8643
Fractured tendon, SEM

Fractured tendon, SEM F006 / 8642
Fractured tendon. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fractured flexor tendon of the finger showing the collagen fibres

Lung cancer cells, SEM F006 / 8641
Lung cancer cells, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x12, 000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Bone cancer cell, SEM F006 / 8639
Bone cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of an osteosarcoma cancer cell. Osteosarcoma is an aggressive malignant neoplasm arising from primitive transformed mesenchymal cells

Lung cancer cells, SEM F006 / 8640
Lung cancer cells, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x12, 000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Bone cancer cell, SEM F006 / 8638
Bone cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of an osteosarcoma cancer cell. Osteosarcoma is an aggressive malignant neoplasm arising from primitive transformed mesenchymal cells

Breast cancer, TEM F006 / 8633
Breast cancer. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a ductal carcinoma (cancer) of the breast showing malignant epithelial cells

Activated macrophage, SEM F006 / 8635
Activated human macrophage, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x2, 700 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Activated macrophage, SEM F006 / 8634
Activated human macrophage, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x2, 700 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Breast cancer, TEM F006 / 8632
Breast cancer. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a ductal carcinoma (cancer) of the breast showing malignant epithelial cells

Data Analysis computer artwork C016 / 9197
Analysis of data is a process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision making

Light microscopy C016 / 9700
Light microscopy. Light microscope being used to magnify a blood sample

Light microscopy C016 / 9703
Light microscopy. Light microscope being used to magnify a blood sample

Data Analysis computer artwork C016 / 9187
Analysis of data is a process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision making

Lymphocyte white blood cell, SEM C016 / 9415
Lymphocyte white blood cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a lymphocyte white blood cell. Lymphocytes are involved in the immune systems defence mechanisms, lymph system

Data Analysis computer artwork C016 / 9196
Analysis of data is a process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision making

Light microscopy C016 / 9702
Light microscopy. Light microscope being used to magnify a blood sample

Data Analysis computer artwork C016 / 9202
Conversion of numeric data into digital data. Analysis of data is a process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information

Light microscopy C016 / 9701
Light microscopy. Light microscope being used to magnify a blood sample

Light microscope, illustration C018 / 0737
Light microscope. Illustration of a light microscope with three lenses and a mirror for reflecting light towards the object being viewed

Light microscope, illustration C018 / 0738
Light microscope. Illustration of a light microscope with three lenses and a mirror for reflecting light towards the object being viewed

Comet dust grain model (20, 000x magnification)

Bacillus sp. bacteria
Bacteria are the most diverse and ubiquitous soil organisms present on Earth

Schem VIII from Robert Hookes Micrographia
Schem VIII located between pages 88 & 89 in Micrographia: or Some physical descriptions of minute bodies made by magnifying glasses, with observations and enquiries thereupon

Malachite comprises of (copper carbonate hydroxide). Malachite has distinctive green banding and belongs to the carbonate class

Difflugia Corona
Freshwater Testate Amoebae. Magnification x 450

Lycopod

Neanura ?muscorum, plant mould
A magnifiied image of oak leaf mould. Specimen originates from Horstead, Norwich

Rusty screw

Surface of a rusty screw

Matchstick
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing the fractured surface of a matchstick (x 400 on a standard 9 cm wide print)

Hydra sp
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing the stinging tentacles and mouth of the coelenterate Hydra (x 36 on a standard 9cm wide print)

Small fly, species unknown
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) of a fly head. Image displayed on the glass screens in the Darwin Centre, at the Natural History Museum, London

Woodlouse antenna
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) image of woodlouse antenna

Oats
A scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of oats, artificially coloured by computer

Hystrichopsylla talpae talpae, mole flea
A macro photograph of the largest flea in the UK, the mole flea (Hystrichopsylla talpae talpae), which is common on small mammals throughout the UK

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Magnification: Revealing the Hidden World From the intricate patterns of a snowflake to the delicate structure of a human cell, magnification allows us to explore and unravel the mysteries of our world. Peering through the lens, we uncover secrets that would otherwise remain unseen. Take for instance Crysotile asbestos, its fibrous nature exposed under intense magnification, reminding us of its hidden dangers lurking within. In medical illustrations, an appendix with appendicitis comes alive as we zoom in closer. The inflamed tissues become vividly apparent, highlighting the urgency for surgical intervention. Moving deeper into our bodies, we discover the liver - a complex organ responsible for countless vital functions. Under magnification, its intricate network of cells and blood vessels reveals itself like an elaborate cityscape bustling with activity. But it's not just within ourselves that magnification unveils wonders; it extends beyond to nature's realm. A dandelion's fruiting head transforms into a mesmerizing display when observed up close – each tiny seed ready to embark on its own journey through wind and time. Fractals captivate our imagination as well – from Julia fractals with their infinite complexity to Mandelbrot fractals' self-repeating patterns. These mathematical marvels remind us of nature's innate ability to create beauty even in abstract forms. Anton van Leeuwenhoek revolutionized science by observing animalcules through his microscope in 1795. His discoveries opened up new frontiers in microbiology and forever changed our understanding of life at microscopic levels. Even seemingly ordinary creatures like snails hold surprises when examined closely; their teeth reveal intricate structures designed for efficient feeding and survival. Ponds teem with life too - water fleas gracefully glide alongside green algae like Volvox aureus. Magnified images transport us into this miniature ecosystem where every organism plays a crucial role in maintaining balance and harmony. And finally, we come full circle with snowflakes.