Camellia pollen, SEM C015 / 9103
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Camellia pollen, SEM C015 / 9103
Camellia pollen grains. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains from a Camellia sp. flower. The grains have a highly sculpted outer wall (exine), which may assist in their dispersal. The characteristic surface of pollen grains is used by botanists to recognise and classify plants. Pollen grains are the male sex cells of a flowering plant
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Dispersal Exine Gamete Gametes Grain Grains Outer Wall Pollen Reproduction Reproductive Sex Cell Cells
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of Camellia pollen grains. Taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), the image reveals the remarkable details of these male sex cells found in flowering plants. The grains, originating from a Camellia sp. flower, exhibit a highly sculpted outer wall known as exine, which plays a crucial role in their dispersal. The vibrant colors captured in this micrograph add to the visual appeal and highlight the significance of botany and biology in understanding plant reproduction. Botanists rely on such characteristic surface features to recognize and classify different plant species. Pollen grains are essential for sexual reproduction in plants, serving as gametes or sex cells responsible for fertilization. In addition to its reproductive function, Camellia pollen holds immense cultural importance due to its association with tea production. Photographer Susumu Nishinaga skillfully captures the delicate yet robust nature of these pollen grains through his lens. This image not only provides valuable insights into botanical research but also serves as a reminder of the extraordinary diversity and complexity present within even the tiniest elements of our natural world.
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