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Coloured SEM of lung showing alveoli and bronchus
Lung alveoli & bronchus. Coloured Scanning Elec- tron Micrograph (SEM) of lung tissue, showing alveoli, a bronchus, and a pulmonary blood vessel. A longitudinal section through a branching bronchus-air tube (yellow and red) is seen. At lower right is a cross-sectioned pulmonary blood vessel (yellow). Spongy lung tissue (red) surrounds these two structures; this is made up of alveoli air sacs whose interstital walls are lined with blood capillaries. Air passes from the bronchus into the alveoli. Oxygen from the breathed-in air is absorbed into the blood and distributed to the rest of the body to be used in respiration. Magnification: x54 at 6x7cm size
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the lung, providing a detailed glimpse into its intricate anatomy. The image beautifully captures the delicate network of alveoli and bronchus within the lung tissue. In this SEM, we can observe a longitudinal section through a branching bronchus-air tube, depicted in vibrant shades of yellow and red. Adjacent to it is a cross-sectioned pulmonary blood vessel also highlighted in yellow. These structures are surrounded by spongy lung tissue represented in striking red hues. The alveoli air sacs, visible as small cavities throughout the image, play a crucial role in respiration. Their interstitial walls are lined with blood capillaries that facilitate gas exchange between air and blood. As air passes from the bronchus into these tiny sacs, oxygen is absorbed into the bloodstream while carbon dioxide is expelled. This mesmerizing photograph offers an up-close view of our respiratory system's vital components - showcasing how each element works harmoniously to ensure efficient breathing and oxygen distribution throughout our body. With its stunning colours and remarkable level of detail achieved through magnification at x54, this print serves as both an educational tool for studying human anatomy and an awe-inspiring piece of art capturing nature's complexity at its finest.
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