Nitrogen Fixing Collection

Soil structure and fauna, artwork
Soil structure and fauna. Artwork of a vertical section through soil, showing various structures and fauna. The surface layer includes organic mulch, the bottom layer is rocks

Nitrogen-fixing molybdenum iron enzyme, molecular model. This protein is a nitrogen fixation enzyme (nitrogenase) containing the metal atoms molybdenum and iron

Nitrogen-fixing molybdenum iron enzyme C013 / 7176
Nitrogen-fixing molybdenum iron enzyme, molecular model showing secondary structure. This protein is a nitrogen fixation enzyme (nitrogenase)

Common sainfoin - in flower
ROG-13681 Common sainfoin - in flower Romania Onobrychis viciifolia Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Winged Broom - in flower - Piatra Craiulu
ROG-13654 Winged Broom - in flower - Piatra Craiulu Romania Chamaespartium sagittale Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Chainpod - in flower, Rustler's Gulch, Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, near Crested Butte, The Rockies, Colorado
ROG-13818 Chainpod - in flower, Rustler's Gulch, Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Crested Butte, The Rockies, Colorado

Lupin root nodules, light micrograph
Lupin root nodules. Light micrograph of a section through the root nodule of a lupin (Lupinus lupin) plant. The plants root nodules are full of nitrogen-fixing Rhizobium sp

Zigzag Clover (Trifolium medium) in flower. Photographed in Dorset, England

Nitrogen-fixing bacteria, SEM
Nitrogen-fixing bacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of nitrogen-fixing soil bacteria (Rhizobium sp.) living on a root nodule of a runner bean plant (Phaseolus coccineus)

Root nodules of white clover

Root nodule of pea plant

Root nodule of white clover plant
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of a root nodule on the white clover plant, Trifolium repens, caused by the nitrogen-fixing bacteria Rhizobium trifolii

Legume root nodules, light micrograph
Legume root nodules. Light micrograph of sections through two root nodules from a broad bean plant (Vicia faber). These root nodules are full of nitrogen-fixing bacteria

Broad bean root nodules, light micrograph
Broad bean root nodules. Light micrograph of the sections of the root nodules of the broad bean (Vicia faber) which are full of nitrogen-fixing bacteria

Nostoc algae

LM of Nostoc sp
Light micrograph of Nostoc sp. a blue-green nitrogen-fixing algae which grows in the absence of combined nitrogen and converts gaseous nitrogen into a usable form

Rhizobium leguminosarum root nodules on the pea plant Pisum sativum. Mag: X 1.25

Pink nodules of Rhizobium leguminosarum
Macrophotograph of pink nodules of the nitrogen- fixing bacteria Rhizobium leguminosarum on the roots of a pea plant (Pisum sativum)

Zig-zag clover (Trifolium medium), Dorset
ROG-12564 Zig-zag clover Dorset, UK Trifolium medium Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Zig-zag clover (Trifolium medium), after rain, Dorset
ROG-12563 Zig-zag clover, after rain Dorset Trifolium medium Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Unveiling the Marvels of Nitrogen Fixing: From Soil Structure to Fauna and Artwork" Nitrogen fixing, a fascinating process that revolutionizes soil structure and supports diverse fauna, is truly a masterpiece in nature's artwork. At its core lies the nitrogen-fixing molybdenum iron enzyme, an extraordinary catalyst responsible for transforming atmospheric nitrogen into usable forms. The intricate dance between plants and bacteria begins as these remarkable enzymes work their magic. Take the enchanting Winged Broom, adorned with vibrant flowers in Piatra Craiulu, or the elegant Common Sainfoin blossoming gracefully. These stunning examples showcase how nitrogen fixation breathes life into our surroundings. Venturing further into Rustler's Gulch near Crested Butte in The Rockies of Colorado, USA, we encounter Chainpod standing tall amidst its flower-filled glory. This resilient plant thrives thanks to the tireless efforts of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms working beneath the surface. Delving deeper still reveals Lupin root nodules captured under a light microscope - captivating snapshots that unveil this symbiotic relationship at its most intimate level. These microscopic marvels demonstrate how legumes like Lupin form specialized structures to house beneficial bacteria within their roots. And let us not forget Zigzag Clover with its distinctive trifoliate leaves gracing meadows far and wide. This humble yet vital member of the clover family plays an essential role in enriching soil fertility through nitrogen fixation. As we explore these glimpses into nature's grand design, it becomes evident that nitrogen fixing is not merely a scientific phenomenon but also an artistic masterpiece woven intricately throughout our ecosystems. It reminds us of the interconnectedness between organisms and showcases Mother Nature's ability to create harmony from seemingly disparate elements.