Transpiration Collection

Leaf pores, SEM
Leaf pores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stomata (holes) on the surface of a leaf. These structures perform a similar function to the pores in human skin

Seattle, Washington State. Catching the Bainbridge Island Ferry at sunset with the Olympic Mountains

English oak leaf pores, SEM
English oak leaf pores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stomata (round) on the underside of a leaf from an English oak (Quercus robur) tree

French lavender leaf pore, SEM
French lavender leaf pore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an open stoma (centre, black). Stomata are pores that open and close in order to regulate gas exchange in a plant

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Tal Paz-Fridman

Brewster, Washington State, colorful, wooden fruit shipping crates

Musschenbroeks experiment, the discovery of the transpiration of plants. By covering a plant with a bell glass cemented to a plate of lead which covered its root he discovered that every morning

Potato Leaf Stomata (SEM)
Potato Stomata. Scanning electron micrographs (SEM) of open stomata on a potato leaf (Solanum tuberosum). Stomata are pores that open and close in order to regulate gas exchange in a plant

Leaf of a grapevine showing guttatio C013 / 7349
A leaf of a grapevine (Vitis vinifera ) growing in a glasshouse, photographed just after dawn in early summer, UK.Plants obtain dissolved soil nutrients by absorbing them through their roots

Early morning traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, USA (Large format sizes available)

the town common in Grafton, Massachusetts

Close up of colorful decorated bus transportation near market in Antigua Guatemala
Decorated bus transportation in Antigua Guatemala in Central America

France, Montfort l Amaury, Landscape with Railway, print
Japan - 19th century. Landscape with Railway. Print

Plant vascular bundle, illustration C018 / 0915
Plant vascular bundle. Illustration showing the structure of vascular bundle from a monocotyledon root. At centre (top) is the pith

Plant stoma, ESEM
Plant stoma, coloured environmental scanning electron micrograph (ESEM). A stoma is a pore that regulates the exchange of gases and water vapour into and out of the plant

Grape leaf stoma, SEM C014 / 4740
Grape leaf stoma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a closed stoma (centre-right) on a leaf from a grape (Vitis sp.) vine

Plant water transport, artwork
Plant water transport. Artwork of water molecules (blue) entering a tree through osmosis in the roots, passing upwards through the xylem vessels in the trunk and branches

Plant anion channel protein homologue C016 / 2555
Plant anion channel protein homologue, molecular model. Obtained from the bacterium Haemophilus influenzae, this anion channel protein (TehA) is being studied due to its common structure (homologue)

Plant anion channel protein homologue C016 / 2556
Plant anion channel protein homologue, molecular model. Obtained from the bacterium Haemophilus influenzae, this anion channel protein (TehA) is being studied due to its common structure (homologue)

Stomata of Lavendula Dentata, SEM
Open and closed stomata on a lavender leaf (Lavendula dentata), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Stomata are pores that open and close in order to regulate gas exchange in a plant

Water cycle, diagram. The Earths total water supply is estimated to be over 1.3 billion cubic kilometres. The arrows (white) show some of the ways by which this water is redistributed

Horse-chestnut leaf, light micrograph
Horse-chestnut leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a leaf from a horse-chestnut, or conker, tree (Aesculus hippocastanum)

Pine tree needle, light micrograph
Pine tree needle. Polarised light micrograph of a cross-section through a needle from a Pinus pine tree. This leaf is needle-like in order to reduce water loss (transpiration)

Plant stomata, light micrograph
Plant stomata. Light micrograph of stomatal pores on the surface of a kidney bean (Phaseolus sp.) leaf. The stomata are gaps (white) within two guard cells (blue, kidney-shaped)

Plant stoma, light micrograph
Plant stoma. Light micrograph of a stomatal pore (centre) on the surface of a stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf. The stomata are gaps (white) within two guard cells (kidney-shaped)

Open stomata, SEM
Open stomata. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of open stomata on the surface of a tobacco leaf (Nicotiana tabacum)

Stomatal complex, TEM
Stomal complex. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a stomatal (pore) complex in the young leaf of the pea plant (Pisum sativum)

Closed stoma, SEM
Closed stoma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a closed stoma (centre) on the leaf surface of the succulent Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)

Leaf stomata, light micrograph
Leaf stomata. Light micrograph of a vertical section down through the surface of a leaf from a Scots pine tree (Pinus sylvestris)

Open stoma, SEM
Open stoma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an open stoma on the surface of a tobacco leaf (Nicotiana tabacum)

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"Transpiration: Unveiling Nature's Waterworks through Leaf Pores" Through the lens of a scanning electron microscope (SEM), we delve into the intricate world of transpiration. English oak leaf pores, captured in stunning detail, reveal the hidden mechanisms behind this vital process. Similarly, French lavender leaf pores under SEM expose nature's elegant design. In Brewster, Washington State, colorful wooden fruit shipping crates stand as a testament to the bountiful harvest fueled by transpiration. Meanwhile, Seattle embraces the beauty of sunset while catching the Bainbridge Island Ferry—a scene made possible by water movement within plants. The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco witnesses bustling early morning traffic as commuters navigate their way through this iconic structure. Little do they know that Musschenbroek's groundbreaking experiment paved the way for our understanding centuries ago. His discovery showcased how water evaporates from leaves, stems, and flowers—leaving dew-covered foliage each morning. Lake Clark National Park and Preserve in Alaska showcases its majestic landscapes with flyovers on airplanes—an experience made possible by plants' remarkable ability to transport water against gravity. Returning to San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge once more, we witness yet another rush hour spectacle—the city awakening amidst fog-kissed surroundings. Amidst it all lies a microscopic wonder: potato leaf stomata observed under SEM—a reminder that even at such grand scales as national parks or busy cities, transpiration plays an essential role in sustaining life. Lastly, a grapevine leaf reveals guttation—an intriguing phenomenon where droplets form at specialized structures called hydathodes—unveiling yet another facet of plant biology influenced by transpiration. From microscopic wonders to breathtaking landscapes and historical experiments—it is clear that transpiration is not just an ordinary process but rather an extraordinary force shaping our natural world.