TEM of dividing E. coli bacterium
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TEM of dividing E. coli bacterium
False-colour transmission electron micrograph of the bacterium Escherichia coli, a normal inhabitant of the human intestine. The pair in the centre are in the act of separating following binary fission, the process by which a bacterium divides in two. Under certain conditions E. coli bacteria may become harmful and cause infection in the intestinal or urinogenital tracts. E. coli is the organism most commonly used in genetic engineering experiments. Magnification: x16, 500 at 6x4.5cm size
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Bacteria Bacterial Bacteriology Bacterium Cell Division Dividing Electron Micrograph Escherichia Coli In Bacteria Micro Organisms Microbe Microbes Transmission Type Micro Biology
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This print showcases the intricate process of cell division in a dividing E. coli bacterium. The false-color transmission electron micrograph beautifully captures the essence of this normal inhabitant of the human intestine, highlighting its significance in both beneficial and harmful contexts. At the center of this image, we witness a pair of E. coli bacteria engaged in binary fission – an essential mechanism through which these microorganisms reproduce by dividing into two separate entities. This mesmerizing act symbolizes the perpetuation of life at a microscopic level. While typically harmless, under certain conditions, E. coli bacteria can transform into formidable pathogens capable of causing infections within our intestinal or urinogenital tracts. Understanding their behavior and identifying potential risks associated with them is crucial for maintaining our well-being. It is worth noting that E. coli holds immense importance beyond its role as an infectious agent; it stands as one of the most commonly utilized organisms in genetic engineering experiments due to its remarkable adaptability and versatility. With a magnification power reaching x16,500 at 6x4.5cm size, this transmission electron micrograph allows us to appreciate the intricacies and beauty present within bacterial cells during moments of division. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an awe-inspiring glimpse into the fascinating world that lies beneath our naked eye's perception.
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