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Fine Art Print : Touch receptors
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Touch receptors
Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations
Media ID 6449565
© TIM VERNON, LTH NHS TRUST/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Corpuscles Discs Fingers Hand Idea Receptors Touch Computer Artwork Meissner Merkel
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 47.4cm (16" x 18.7")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate network of touch receptors in the human body. The image, a stunning computer artwork, brings to life the concept of tactile sense and somatosensation. It beautifully illustrates how our hands are equipped with various types of mechanoreceptors that enable us to perceive touch. The composition focuses on the hand, highlighting nerve endings and specialized structures such as Meissner's corpuscles, Pacinian corpuscles, Merkel's discs, and Ruffini endings. These receptors play a crucial role in transmitting sensory information to our brain when we come into contact with objects or surfaces. The attention to detail is remarkable; each receptor is meticulously depicted with precision and accuracy. This visual representation not only educates but also sparks curiosity about the complexity of our somatic sensory system. Through this thought-provoking illustration, viewers are invited to explore the wonders of human anatomy and gain a deeper understanding of how touch contributes to our perception of the world around us. Whether used for educational purposes or personal appreciation for science and art combined, this print serves as a testament to Science Photo Library's commitment to providing visually striking images that inspire awe and knowledge.
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