Magnification Collection (page 7)

Detail of a large coral polyp in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Red tree coral on a Fijian reef

Side view of a pale cream colored thorny seahorse (Hippocampus histrix) against a dark background, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

A pair of mushroom coral shrimp on pink mushroom coral
A pair of mushroom coral shrimp (Periclimenes Kororensis) on pink mushroom coral, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Close-up view of a ladybug amphipod, Cyproidea species
Ladybug amphipod, Cyproidea species, side view, taken at Cannibal Rock, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Detail of anchor coral tentacles growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of anchor coral tentacles (Euphyllia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This area is known for its high marine biodiversity

Yellow-Ridged Ceratosoma nudibranch
Yellow-Ridged Ceratosoma (Ceratosoma flavicostatum) nudibranch, head on view, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Gorgonain fan with polyps out feeding, Papua New Guinea

Small blenny in brain coral, Curacao

A pair of Risbecia tryoni nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Chromodoris kuniei nudibranch, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Detail of the polyps of a reef-building coral growing in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Detailed view of yellow tube coral (Tubastrea) polyps with parasites, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Abstract of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Abstract of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

A nudibranch crawls across the seafloor
A nudibranch (Glossodoris rufomarginatus) crawls across the seafloor of Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Small hermit crab living in an abandoned coral polyp hole, Fiji

A saltwater shrimp living on bubble coral in Lembeh Strait
An almost invisible shrimp (Vir philippinensis) lives among the bulbous tentacles of a bubble coral on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its high marine biodiversity

Cup coral polyps hang under a ledge on a reef in Fiji

Close-up image of a yellow crinoid on a Fijian reef

Close-up of a whip coral goby, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

A brightly colored nudibranch feeds on algae, Fiji

Detail of a mushroom coral growing on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) growing on a reef in Indonesia. This tropical region, within the Coral Triangle, is home to an incredible variety of marine life

Detail of a pin cushion starfish on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a pin cushion starfish (Culcita sp.) on a reef in Indonesia

Detail of coral polyps on a reef in Lembeh Strait
Detail of coral polyps (Diploastrea sp.) on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Detailed close-up view of soft coral polyps feeding, Fiji

Close-up of orange cup coral in the Caribbean

H-alpha Sun with active area

Microscopic view inside of the artery with intestinal villi

Conceptual image of synapse of neuron inside brain

Heart with arteries showing cholesterol in one and plaque in the other
Heart with arteries showing cholesterol in one artery and atherosclerotic plaque in the other

Microscopic visualization of grass pollen grains

Illustration of an atypical growth on the skin that could be a sign of skin cancer
Illustration of an atypical growth on the skin that could be a warning sign of skin cancer. Sudden change in the appearance, shape, color, size

X-ray image of internal organs with large intestine highlighted in red

Microscopic view of cell

Single virus particle

Conceptual image of sperm inside fallopian tube

Conceptual image of antibody attaching and killing bacteria

Conceptual image of human tooth

Conceptual image of a telomere. A telomere is a region of the DNA sequence at the end of a chromosome. Their function is to protect the ends of the chromosome from degradating

Medical illustration of endolymph in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear
Medical ilustration showing endolymph in the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear

Microscopic view of histoplasmosis. Histoplasmosis is an infection in the lungs caused by inhaling the spores of a fungus. This fungus, called Histoplasma capsulatum

Conceptual image of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is a virus from the papillomavirus family that affects human skin and the moist membranes that line the body

Microscopic view of multiple nerve cells, known as neurons
Microscopic view of multiple nerve cells, which are also called neurons. These are responsible for passing information around the central nervous system within the human body

Microscopic view of diplococcus bacterium

Conceptual image of human eye and skull

Conceptual image of cell surface receptors. Cell surface receptors are specialized integral membrane proteins that take part in communication between the cell and the outside world

Blood flow through a relaxed artery verus an artery in spasm

Trachea cross-section showing normal and asthmatic bronchiole
Trachea cross-section showing comparison of normal and asthmatic bronchiole

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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.