Cartilage cell, TEM C014 / 1434
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Cartilage cell, TEM C014 / 1434
Cartilage cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through a chondrocyte cell from hyaline cartilage of the trachea (windpipe). The cell nucleus (red) can be seen along with a large fat droplet (round, bright green) and glycogen granules (yellow). Chondrocytes are the only cells found in cartilage. They produce and maintain the cartilages extracellular matrix and. Hyaline cartilage is found in the epiphyseal plates of growing bones, and in the nose, larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe) and bronchus. Magnification: x4000 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Cartilage Cell Biology Chondrocyte Connective Tissue Cytological Cytology Extracellular Matrix Granules Histological Histology Hyaline Nucleus Trachea Transmission Electron Micrograph Transmission Electron Microscope Windpipe Section Sectioned
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This print showcases the intricate details of a cartilage cell, captured using a transmission electron microscope (TEM). The image depicts a section through a chondrocyte cell found in the hyaline cartilage of the trachea, also known as the windpipe. The focal point of this micrograph is the vibrant red nucleus of the chondrocyte, which stands out against its surroundings. Additionally, there is an intriguing presence of other cellular components within this tiny world. A large fat droplet can be observed as a round and bright green structure, adding to the complexity and diversity within this single cell. Furthermore, yellow glycogen granules are scattered throughout the image, providing insight into metabolic processes occurring within these specialized cells. Chondrocytes play a vital role in producing and maintaining the extracellular matrix that forms cartilage tissue. Hyaline cartilage primarily exists in various parts of our body such as epiphyseal plates in growing bones, nose, larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe), and bronchus. This particular photograph has been magnified 4000 times to allow for detailed examination when printed at 10 centimeters wide. Steve Gschmeissner's expertise behind capturing this microscopic wonder from Science Photo Library offers us an awe-inspiring glimpse into the hidden beauty and complexity present at such minuscule scales.
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