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4-cell embryo embryo, artwork
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4-cell embryo embryo, artwork
4-cell embryo. Image 3 of 4. Computer model representing 4 daughter cells. The development of an embryo is called embryogenesis. In organisms that reproduce sexually, once a sperm fertilizes an egg cell, the result is a cell that has all the DNA of the two parents (zygote). The zygote begins to divide by mitosis producing 2, 4, 6, 8 cells and so on, to form a multicellular organism. The result of this process is an embryo. For a sequence representing mitosis and embryo development see images P680/0943-P680/0946
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a 4-cell embryo, depicted through an exquisite computer model. Embryogenesis, the process of embryo development, is a remarkable phenomenon in sexually reproducing organisms. It all begins when a sperm fertilizes an egg cell, resulting in a zygote that contains the combined DNA of both parents. As this mesmerizing artwork illustrates, the zygote initiates its journey by undergoing mitosis – dividing into two cells and then four cells, as represented here. This continuous division gives rise to multiple daughter cells that eventually form a complex multicellular organism. The significance of this process cannot be overstated; it represents the very origin of life itself. The delicate balance between biology and reproduction unfolds within these tiny quartets of cells, each with their own unique potential for growth and specialization. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the incredible complexity underlying our physiological existence. It invites us to marvel at the wonders taking place within our own bodies during embryonic development – an awe-inspiring dance orchestrated by nature itself. Science Photo Library has once again captured this profound moment in biological history with their exceptional artistry and attention to detail. Through this print, we are invited to delve deeper into developmental biology, embryology, cytology - exploring the intricacies that shape our human form from its earliest stages onward.
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