Multicellular Collection

The multicellular tractor tandem flying machine, built at Villefranche, is ingenious but never flies : the front wing is controllable in any direction, giving direction. Date: circa May 1909

Picture No. 11014628
Caenorhabditis elegans Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Magnification x 1750 (if print A4 size: 29.7 cm wide) - This tiny free living nematode worm is extensively used in medical

Tribrachidium fossil
Ediacaran fossil. Fossil of a soft-bodied, multi-cellular organism (Tribrachidium heraldicum) from the Ediacaran Period (around 635 to 542 million years ago)

Seaweed F008 / 3397
Seaweed. Photographed in Anglesey, Wales

Close-up of seaweed F008 / 3401
Seaweed. Photographed in Anglesey, Wales

Gastrotrich egg, SEM C019 / 0220
Gastrotrich egg. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Chaetonotus sp. gastrotrich egg. Gastrotrichs are microscopic, worm-like animals found in both freshwater and marine habitats

Gastrotrich, SEM C019 / 0231
Gastrotrich. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Chaetonotus sp. gastrotrich. Gastrotrichs are microscopic, worm-like animals found in both freshwater and marine habitats

Gastrotrich, SEM C019 / 0232
Gastrotrich. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Chaetonotus sp. gastrotrich. Gastrotrichs are microscopic, worm-like animals found in both freshwater and marine habitats

Gastrotrich freshwater animal, SEM
Gastrotrich, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Gastrotrichs are microscopic, worm-like animals found in both freshwater and marine habitats

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The concept of multicellularity has fascinated scientists for centuries, and this captivating image captures the essence of its complexity. The multicellular tractor tandem flying machine, built at Villefranche, showcases the ingenuity and innovation that arises from collaboration between cells. Picture No. 11014628 portrays a remarkable feat of engineering, where individual cells come together to create a harmonious whole. But multicellularity is not limited to man-made creations; nature too exhibits this phenomenon in various forms. The Tribrachidium fossil serves as a testament to ancient life's ability to organize itself into intricate structures. Its preserved remains offer glimpses into the evolution of complex organisms. Moving from land to sea, we encounter seaweed F008 / 3397 - an example of marine multicellularity at its finest. This close-up shot (F008 / 3401) reveals the delicate intricacies within each cell that contribute to the overall beauty and functionality of this underwater wonder. Delving deeper into microscopic realms, we explore the world of Gastrotrichs - tiny freshwater animals with incredible adaptability. SEM images C019 / 0220, C019 / 0231, and C019 / 0232 showcase their unique features up close: their eggs (C019 / 0220), their fascinating body structure (C019 / 0231), and their astonishingly detailed anatomy (C019/0232). These mesmerizing SEM images highlight how these creatures have evolved sophisticated cellular systems enabling them to thrive in diverse aquatic environments. Whether it be through human inventions or natural wonders like Gastrotrichs or Tribrachidium fossils, multicellularity exemplifies nature's ability to achieve extraordinary feats through collective effort. Intricate collaborations among cells allow for specialization and division of labor within organisms – resulting in increased efficiency and survival advantages over single-celled counterparts.