Gladiolus flower anther, SEM

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Gladiolus flower anther, SEM

Gladiolus flower anther. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (yellow) on a gladiolus flower (Gladiolus sp.) anther. One of the pollen grains is stuck to the anther by a mucus-like substance. Anthers are part of a plants male reproductive system. They produce the male gametes (sex cells), pollen grains. The ribbed edges (orange) of the anther split open to release the pollen. The pollen grains fertilise ovaries, the female gametes. Magnification: x700 when printed at 10 centimetres tall

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Anther False Colour Gametes Grains Magnified Image Microscopic Subjects Pollen Grain Re Production Reproductive Organ Sex Cells Stamen Sticky Stuck Substance False Coloured

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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate beauty of a Gladiolus flower anther. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are treated to a close-up view of pollen grains delicately scattered across the anther's surface. The vibrant yellow grains stand out against the backdrop, drawing our attention to their importance in plant reproduction. One particular pollen grain catches our eye as it remains attached to the anther by a mucus-like substance, highlighting nature's ingenious mechanisms for ensuring successful pollination. Anthers play a crucial role in a plant's male reproductive system, producing these male gametes known as pollen grains. The ribbed edges of the anther, depicted in striking orange hues, reveal how they split open when ripe, releasing the precious cargo within - pollen. These tiny particles hold immense power as they travel through wind or insects to fertilize ovaries and facilitate new life. At 700 times magnification when printed at 10 centimetres tall, this SEM image allows us to appreciate the hidden wonders that exist within even seemingly ordinary flowers like Gladiolus. It serves as a reminder of both nature's complexity and its ability to create breathtaking beauty on microscopic scales.

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