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False-colour SEM of macula utriculi of inner ear
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False-colour SEM of macula utriculi of inner ear
Inner ear. False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of ciliated hair cells (pink) of the macula utriculi, the neurosensory part of the utriculus, one of the two structures that comprise the membranous labyrinth of the human inner ear. The other structure, the sacculus, is interconnected with the utriculi; both are connected with the subdural space of the brain via a duct, and with the membranous part of the cochlea. The neurosensory areas of both sacculus and utriculi are concerned with the maintenance of equilibrium & with discerning movement and spatial orientation. Magnification: x1150 at 6x7cm size
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Auditory Sense Cilia Hearing Inner Ear Labyrinth Membranous Orientation Sensory Cell Spatial False Coloured
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of the inner ear's macula utriculi, captured through a false-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The vibrant pink hue highlights the delicate ciliated hair cells that populate this neurosensory region. As one of two structures comprising the membranous labyrinth in our human inner ear, the macula utriculi plays a vital role in maintaining equilibrium and discerning movement and spatial orientation. Interconnected with the sacculus, these structures are linked to both the subdural space of our brain via a duct and to the membranous part of our cochlea. Through their sensory cells, including these cilia-rich hair cells, they contribute significantly to our auditory sense and spatial awareness. At a magnification of x1150 on a 6x7cm size print, this image offers an awe-inspiring glimpse into the complexity and precision of our hearing organ. It serves as a reminder of how intricately designed our bodies are, with every component playing its unique role in enabling us to experience sound and navigate through space. This photograph is courtesy of Science Photo Library—an invaluable resource for scientific imagery—and it invites viewers to appreciate both the aesthetic appeal and scientific significance behind this remarkable portrayal of human anatomy.
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