False-colour TEM of rotavirus particles
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False-colour TEM of rotavirus particles
False-colour transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of rotavirus particles (virions). Individual virions consist of an icosahedral protein capsid containing a core of double-stranded RNA which is fragmented into ten different segments. They have no lipoprotein envelope and are 65-75 nanometres in diameter. Rotaviruses are the major cause of viral diarrhoea in newborn animals of many species, including human infants, lambs and calves. Magnification: x170, 000 at 6x7cm size, x85, 000 at 35mm size
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This print showcases a false-colour transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of rotavirus particles, providing an extraordinary glimpse into the intricate world of these viral entities. Each individual virion is composed of an icosahedral protein capsid housing a core consisting of double-stranded RNA fragmented into ten distinct segments. Remarkably, these tiny particles lack a lipoprotein envelope and measure between 65 to 75 nanometres in diameter. Rotaviruses hold significant importance as they are the primary culprits behind viral diarrhoea in newborn animals across various species, including human infants, lambs, and calves. Their prevalence makes them responsible for causing gastroenteritis and related complications. The level of magnification employed to capture this image is truly staggering: at a size of 6x7cm, it was taken at x170,000 magnification; whereas at the smaller size of 35mm, it was captured at x85,000 magnification. Such high levels of detail allow us to appreciate the complexity and delicate structure that exists within these minuscule organisms. This remarkable photograph not only highlights the beauty found within microscopic worlds but also serves as a testament to the invaluable role played by scientific research in understanding and combatting diseases caused by RNA viruses like rotavirus.
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