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Gecko scale hairs, SEM
Gecko scale hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs, or setae, on a scale on the skin of a geckos (family Gekkonidae). While these hairs are not the same as those on its foot pads, which enable it to cling to smooth surfaces, the properties of these hairs are still being studied by scientists. Magnification: x4000 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Adaptation Adapted Attachment False Colour Gecko Gekkonidae Hair Hairs Hairy Intermolecular Lizard Reptile Reptilia Scale Seta Setae Skin Sticky Van Der Waals Forces False Coloured
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of gecko scale hairs. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are granted a close-up view of the delicate setae that cover the skin of these fascinating reptiles from the Gekkonidae family. While different from the renowned foot pads that grant geckos their remarkable ability to cling effortlessly to smooth surfaces, these hairs possess their own unique properties yet to be fully understood by scientists. The study of these hairs holds great promise in unraveling nature's secrets and shedding light on how geckos have adapted to their environment. With a magnification level of x4000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide, this image allows us to appreciate every minute detail. The false colours applied enhance our visual experience, making it easier for us to discern each hair and its intermolecular structure. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing photograph, we are reminded once again of nature's incredible diversity and complexity. It serves as a testament to the wonders waiting to be discovered within even the tiniest corners of our world – an invitation for us all to delve deeper into zoology, biology, and other scientific disciplines that seek answers hidden within creatures like geckos.
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