Fossil debris in chalk, SEM
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Fossil debris in chalk, SEM
Fossil debris in chalk. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fossilised fragment of a coccolithotrope skeleton
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Alga Calcium Carbonate Chalk Coccolithotrope Coccoliths Coccosphere Electron Micrograph Fossil Magnification Microbe One Animal Stone Micro Biology Palaeontology
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases fossil debris in chalk, providing a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient organisms. The coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals a fragment of a coccolithotrope skeleton, offering insights into the intricate structures and composition of these microscopic creatures. The image highlights the delicate beauty preserved within this stone-like material. Through meticulous magnification, we can observe the intricate details of each individual coccolith – tiny plates made of calcium carbonate that formed part of the organism's protective coccosphere. These coccoliths were once inhabited by a single animal, an alga belonging to the group known as coccolithophores. As we explore this microcosm captured by SEM technology, it becomes evident how essential these minute organisms were in shaping our planet's history. Fossil debris like this provides invaluable evidence for paleontologists studying past ecosystems and understanding evolutionary processes. This photograph serves as a reminder that even within seemingly ordinary substances like chalk lie extraordinary stories waiting to be unveiled through scientific exploration. It is a testament to both nature's remarkable diversity and humanity's insatiable curiosity about life on Earth throughout time.
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