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Pollen grains, computer artwork
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Pollen grains, computer artwork
Pollen grains. Computer artwork of pollen grains from a flower. The outer wall (exine) of each pollen grain is highly sculpted to aid the dispersal of the pollen grains. A flowering plant produces many pollen grains which need to be dispersed. This dispersal may happen as the spiky exine sticks to a pollinator such as a bee. Each pollen grain contains a male gamete (reproductive cell) that is intended to fertilise the ovule or egg (female gamete) of another plant of that species, forming the seed for a new plant
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Dispersal Exine Gamete Gametes Outer Wall Plant Anatomy Pollen Pollen Grain Pollen Grains Re Production Reproductive Sculpted Sex Cell Spike Spiked Spikes Spiky Cells
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of pollen grains through a stunning computer artwork. Each individual grain, originating from a flower, possesses a highly sculpted outer wall known as the exine. This unique structure plays a crucial role in facilitating the dispersal of these tiny particles. Flowering plants produce an abundance of pollen grains that require effective dispersal mechanisms. One such method involves these spiky exines attaching themselves to pollinators like bees. As they move from one plant to another, these industrious insects inadvertently aid in transferring the male gametes contained within each pollen grain. The male gamete is essentially a reproductive cell responsible for fertilizing the ovule or egg (female gamete) of another plant belonging to the same species. This union ultimately leads to the formation of seeds and paves the way for new plant growth. Through this remarkable illustration, we gain insight into both botanical and biological aspects of reproduction in plants. The spikes and sculpted features on each pollen grain highlight its specialized adaptation for successful dispersal and subsequent fertilization. This awe-inspiring artwork not only celebrates nature's intricacies but also serves as a reminder of how essential pollination is for sustaining diverse ecosystems worldwide.
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