Jigsaw Puzzle : Thale cress root with root hairs
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Thale cress root with root hairs
Thale cress root. Light micrograph (LM) of the root of a Thale cress plant, Arabidopsis thaliana. The root has many fine root hairs on it. Root hairs are tubular extensions from absorptive cells in the root. The hairs help to anchor the plant in the soil and enormously increase the roots absorptive surface area. The water and nutrients that root hairs absorb travel to the vascular centre of the root and then on to the rest of the plant. A. thaliana is used as an international plant standard for genetic research. This research is vital for improving our understanding of crop plants
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Arabidopsis Thaliana Cress Longitudinal Root Roots Thale Cress Type Light Micrograph Thale
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the intricate beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles. Feast your eyes on this captivating image of a Thale cress root, showcasing a labyrinthine network of root hairs. Our high-quality puzzles offer hours of engaging entertainment for all ages, providing a fun and educational experience. Delve deeper into the wonders of science with this intriguing Thale cress root puzzle, brought to you by the renowned Science Photo Library.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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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 a Thale cress root with its delicate root hairs. The light micrograph reveals the fascinating structure of this Arabidopsis thaliana plant's root, adorned with numerous fine tubular extensions known as root hairs. These hair-like projections play a crucial role in anchoring the plant securely in the soil while significantly increasing its absorptive surface area. Functioning as extensions from specialized cells within the root, these remarkable hairs absorb water and essential nutrients from their surroundings. Once absorbed, these vital resources travel through the vascular center of the root before being distributed throughout the rest of the plant. Arabidopsis thaliana serves as an internationally recognized standard for genetic research due to its unique characteristics and attributes. Scientists utilize this model organism to gain valuable insights into various aspects of plant genetics, ultimately contributing to our understanding and improvement of crop plants. Through this awe-inspiring image, we are reminded of nature's intricacy and complexity at even microscopic levels. It highlights how every component plays a significant role in sustaining life on Earth – from tiny roots to towering trees. This photograph not only captures scientific significance but also evokes a sense of wonderment towards botanical wonders that often go unnoticed by our naked eyes.
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