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Carnation flower pistil, SEM C016 / 9760
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Carnation flower pistil, SEM C016 / 9760
Carnation (Dianthus sp.) pistil, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pistils hold a plants female reproductive structures. They contain one or more carpels, which, in turn, contain a stigma, style and an ovary. Within the ovaries are the ovules, the female gametes (sex cells). The ovaries are fertilised by pollen grains, the male gametes
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Carnation Carpel Carpels Dianthus Sp Gamete Gametes Pistil Reproduction Reproductive Organ Stigma Stigmas Style Styles
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a Carnation flower pistil, captured through a scanning electron microscope. Against a striking black background, the vibrant pink hues of the pistil come to life, revealing the fascinating details of this essential reproductive organ. Pistils play a crucial role in plant reproduction as they house the female reproductive structures. Within each pistil are one or more carpels, which contain three main parts: stigma, style, and ovary. The stigma acts as a receptive surface for pollen grains while the style serves as a bridge connecting it to the ovary. Delving deeper into this microscopic world, we discover that within these ovaries lie tiny ovules - female gametes or sex cells. Fertilization occurs when pollen grains (male gametes) find their way to these ovaries and unite with the ovules. The image not only highlights nature's incredible complexity but also offers insight into botanical biology. It reminds us of how plants reproduce and perpetuate their species through an intricate dance between male and female components. Captured by Susumu Nishinaga from Science Photo Library using advanced technology, this photograph is both visually stunning and scientifically informative. It invites us to appreciate the wonders hidden within even seemingly ordinary flowers like carnations while reminding us of nature's remarkable ability to create life.
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