Brown mould fungus, light micrograph
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Brown mould fungus, light micrograph
Brown mould fungus. Light micrograph of a section through decaying plant tissue infected with brown mould fungus (Aspergillus glaucum). Aspergillus is a saprophyte mould that lives on decaying plant and animal matter, such as vegetables, old leather and paper. Stalk-like conidiophores (dark) develop from the moulds hyphae (tubular) and produce conidia (spores, dense patches). Air currents then distribute the conidia. Magnification: x138 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a brown mould fungus, specifically Aspergillus glaucum. The light micrograph captures a section through decaying plant tissue that has been infected by this saprophyte mould. Aspergillus glaucum thrives on decomposing plant and animal matter, including vegetables, old leather, and paper. In the image, we can observe stalk-like conidiophores emerging from the tubular hyphae of the mould. These dark structures give rise to dense patches of conidia or spores. Once formed, these reproductive structures are dispersed by air currents to continue their life cycle elsewhere. The magnification used for this print allows us to appreciate the intricacies of this biological phenomenon at x138 when printed 10 centimetres wide. The white background enhances our focus on the various components present in this microscopic world. This mesmerizing photograph not only serves as an artistic representation but also provides valuable insights into botany, biology, and microbiology fields. It sheds light on how fungi like Aspergillus glaucum play crucial roles in breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients back into ecosystems. As we delve deeper into its details - from hyphae to conidiaospores - we gain a greater appreciation for the complexity and diversity found within nature's smallest organisms.
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