Diatoms, light micrograph C014 / 4674
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Diatoms, light micrograph C014 / 4674
Diatoms. Differential interference contrast micrograph of a group of Achnantes longipes diatoms. Diatoms are a group of photosynthetic, single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species. They form an important part of the plankton at the base of the marine and freshwater food chains. Their characteristic feature is the intricately patterned glass-like cell wall, or frustule, which often has rows of tiny holes, known as striae. Magnification: x460 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Alga Algae Algal Chlorophyll Chloroplast Chloroplasts Diatom Diatoms Differential Interference Contrast Frustule Long Micro Organism Micro Organisms Microbiology Microorganism Microorganisms Photosynthetic Phytoplankton Plankton Planktonic Stria Striae Unicellular Light Micrograph Light Microscope Microbiological
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of diatoms, specifically a group of Achnantes longipes. Diatoms are single-celled algae that play a crucial role in marine and freshwater ecosystems as they form the foundation of food chains. With approximately 10,000 species, these photosynthetic organisms possess a distinctive feature - an exquisitely patterned glass-like cell wall called frustule. Under the lens of a light microscope with differential interference contrast, this image reveals the mesmerizing details of these diatoms. Magnified at x460 and printed 10 centimeters wide, it allows us to appreciate their delicate structures and unique characteristics. The frustules often exhibit rows of minuscule holes known as striae, adding to their remarkable appearance. The presence of chloroplasts within these unicellular organisms enables them to carry out photosynthesis efficiently. Chlorophyll pigments housed within the chloroplasts facilitate this process by harnessing sunlight energy for conversion into chemical energy. As phytoplanktonic members of plankton communities, diatoms contribute significantly to global carbon fixation and oxygen production. Their abundance and diversity make them indispensable components in sustaining aquatic life forms. This stunning micrograph captured by Frank Fox from Science Photo Library invites us into the fascinating world of microscopic flora – showcasing nature's artistic mastery even at its tiniest scale.
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