Geranium pollen, SEM C015 / 9158

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Geranium pollen, SEM C015 / 9158

Geranium pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain (pink) on the stamen of a geranium flower (Geranium sp.). The stamens are male reproductive structures that consist of a filament topped by a pollen-bearing anther. Pollen grains are the male sex cells of a flowering plant

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Anther Exine Filament Gamete Outer Wall Part Parts Pollen Bearing Pollen Grain Pollination Reproduction Reproductive Sex Cell Stamen Structures Cells

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This print showcases the intricate beauty of geranium pollen under a scanning electron microscope. The vibrant pink hue of the pollen grain contrasts strikingly against the black background, drawing attention to its delicate structure. Geraniums are known for their stunning flowers, and this image provides a closer look at one of nature's wonders - the male reproductive structures called stamens. Each stamen consists of a slender filament topped by an anther that bears the precious pollen grains. Pollen grains play a crucial role in plant reproduction as they carry the male sex cells or gametes necessary for fertilization. As seen in this micrograph, each grain is encased within an outer wall called exine, which protects it during pollination. The detailed view offered by this photograph allows us to appreciate both the complexity and elegance found within even the tiniest components of plants. It serves as a reminder that nature's beauty lies not only in grand landscapes but also in microscopic details. This image was captured using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), enabling scientists like Susumu Nishinaga to explore and document these fascinating biological structures with remarkable precision. By sharing such images from Science Photo Library, we gain insight into botany, biology, and reproduction while marveling at the wonders hidden within our natural world.

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