Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph C014 / 4667
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Ciliate protozoan, light micrograph C014 / 4667
Ciliate protozoan. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a ciliate protozoan, showing the symbiotic green algae (Zoochlorellae, green) contained in vacuoles within. These protozoa use the algae to produce food for them through photosynthesis In return the algae gain protection from their host. Magnification: x230 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Alga Algal Cilia Ciliate Cilium Differential Interference Contrast Endosymbiont Freshwater Green Algae Internal Structure Micro Organism Micro Organisms Microbiology Microorganism Microorganisms Photosynthetic Protozoa Protozoan Protozoans Symbiont Symbiosis Symbiote Symbiotic Unicellular Zoochlorella Zoochlorellae Light Micrograph Light Microscope Microbiological
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This print showcases the intricate world of a ciliate protozoan, captured in stunning detail through a light micrograph. The image reveals the fascinating symbiotic relationship between this single-celled organism and green algae known as Zoochlorellae. At a magnification of x230, we witness the internal structure of the ciliate protozoan, with vacuoles containing these photosynthetic algae nestled within its body. This unique partnership allows the protozoa to harness food through photosynthesis performed by their algal companions. In return for sustenance, the green algae find protection and shelter within their host. The delicate cilia that adorn this creature's surface can be observed in exquisite clarity, enabling it to move gracefully through its freshwater habitat. Through differential interference contrast microscopy, every minute detail is brought to life – from the individual cilium to the complex network of interconnections within this microscopic ecosystem. This image not only highlights nature's remarkable diversity but also offers insights into biological processes and symbiotic relationships at an unseen level. It serves as a reminder that even in our vast world filled with macroscopic wonders, there exists an entire universe thriving beneath our gaze – one where unicellular organisms like these ciliate protozoans play vital roles in maintaining ecological balance.
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