Amphitetras, diatom
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Amphitetras, diatom
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing the diatom Amphitetras with its ornate silica shell (x5000 on a standard 9 cm wide print). Coloured artificially by computer
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1. Title: "Amphitetras: A Magnificent Diatom Revealed through Scanning Electron Microscopy" Amphitetras, a captivating diatom from the family Coscinodiscophycidae within the order Coscinodiscophyceae, is showcased in this stunning Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) image. Diatoms, a major group of algae belonging to the phylum Bacillariophyceae, are renowned for their intricately patterned silica shells, which provide both structural support and protection. In this high-magnification SEM image, Amphitetras is depicted at x5000 magnification on a standard 9 cm wide print. The diatom's ornate shell is coloured artificially by computer to enhance its visual appeal. The silica shell is composed of two distinct halves, which are intricately interconnected, forming a beautiful, symmetrical structure. The central part of the shell, known as the epitheca, is adorned with a complex, labyrinthine pattern, while the valve flange, or the rim of the shell, exhibits a more uniform, smooth texture. Amphitetras is a member of the Chromalveolata, a large and diverse group of eukaryotes that includes algae, protists, and other organisms. This diatom's intricate design is a testament to the remarkable complexity and diversity of life at the microscopic level. The SEM image offers a unique perspective, revealing the intricacies of Amphitetras' shell that would otherwise go unnoticed to the naked eye. This image serves as a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and the role that advanced microscopy techniques, such as SEM, play in revealing the hidden wonders that lie beneath our everyday perception.
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