Metal Print : Ant sensory hairs, SEM
Metal Prints from Science Photo Library
Ant sensory hairs, SEM
Ant sensory hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an ants sensory hairs. These are bristles that are growing through the ants exoskeleton. These structures are sensitive to air movement or touch, and in some insects specialised sensory fibres sense a wide range of conditions, such as smell and temperature. These sensory hairs are on the ants leg
Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations
Media ID 6461096
© SUSUMU NISHINAGA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Bristles Exoskeleton Fibres Hairs Sense Senses Sensory Sensory Hair Surface Touch Vibration False Coloured
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Discover the intricacy of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Feast your eyes on this captivating Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) image from Science Photo Library, showcasing an ant's sensory hairs. These delicate bristles, growing through the ant's exoskeleton, are essential for its sensory perception. Bring this mesmerizing microscopic view into your home or office as a stunning and conversation-starting decor piece. Our high-quality metal prints are waterproof, scratch-resistant, and UV protected, ensuring your investment remains vibrant and vivid for years to come.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate beauty of an ant's sensory hairs. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are granted a close-up view of these remarkable bristles emerging through the ant's exoskeleton. These sensory hairs serve as vital receptors, attuned to even the slightest air movement or touch. However, their capabilities extend far beyond mere tactile perception. In certain insects, such as ants, specialised sensory fibres within these hairs possess the ability to detect a wide range of conditions including smell and temperature. They act as nature's own surveillance system, allowing ants to navigate their surroundings with precision and respond swiftly to changes in their environment. The false-coloured SEM image reveals the complex anatomy of an ant's leg where these extraordinary sensory structures reside. It is a testament to the wonders found within our natural world – unseen by the naked eye but brought into focus through advanced scientific imaging techniques. As we marvel at this mesmerizing display of nature's ingenuity, let us acknowledge that there is still much left undiscovered beneath Earth’s surface. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in seemingly small creatures like ants lie astonishing secrets waiting to be unraveled by dedicated researchers and passionate explorers alike.
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