Buttercup pollen with leaf trichome, SEM
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Buttercup pollen with leaf trichome, SEM
Buttercup (Ranunculus repens) pollen (orange) with a trichome (leaf hair, green), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pollen grains are reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering plants. Trichomes are specialised structures that may perform several functions, such as preventing water loss or deterring animals from eating the plant. Magnification: x180 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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© PETER BOND, EM CENTRE, UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Butter Cup Colored False Colored Flowering Plants Gamete Gametes Grain Grains Pollen Re Production Reproductive Reproductive Part Sex Cell Sex Cells Trichome Trichomes Blue Background False Coloured Ranunculus Repens
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of Buttercup pollen, accompanied by a leaf trichome, captured through a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The vibrant orange hue of the pollen grains contrasts beautifully with the green trichome, creating a visually stunning image. Pollen grains are essential reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering plants like Buttercups. They play a crucial role in plant reproduction as they carry and deliver sperm cells to female flower parts for fertilization. The presence of trichomes on leaves serves various functions such as preventing water loss and deterring animals from consuming the plant. In this image, we witness how these specialized structures interact with pollen grains, providing an intriguing insight into nature's ingenious design. Printed at 10 centimeters across and magnified 180 times, this photograph allows us to appreciate the microscopic details that often go unnoticed in our everyday lives. Against a serene blue background, it highlights not only the biological significance but also the aesthetic appeal found within botanical wonders. This mesmerizing image is brought to you by Science Photo Library – an invaluable resource for those fascinated by botany, flora, and all aspects of scientific exploration. It reminds us of nature's complexity and its ability to inspire awe through even its tiniest creations.
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