Muscle fibre, SEM
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Muscle fibre, SEM
Muscle fibre. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a freeze-fractured skeletal (or striated) muscle fibre. The fracturing of the fibre has revealed that it consists of a bundle of smaller fibres called myofibrils. The myofibrils are crossed by transverse tubules (horizontal lines), that mark the division of the myofibrils into contractile units (sarcomeres). Magnification: x8000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide
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Media ID 6317333
© STEVE GSCHMEISSNER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Colored Contractile Unit Fiber Fibre Freeze Fracture Freeze Fractured Line Myofibril Myofibrils Sarcomere Sarcomeres Skeletal Striated Transverse Tubule Tubules Section Sectioned
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This print captures the intricate beauty of a muscle fibre at an astonishing level of detail. Taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), the image showcases a freeze-fractured skeletal muscle fibre, revealing its complex internal structure. The main highlight of this photograph is the bundle of smaller fibres known as myofibrils that make up the muscle fibre. These myofibrils are clearly visible, crisscrossing each other within the larger structure. Additionally, horizontal lines indicate transverse tubules, which serve as markers dividing the myofibrils into contractile units called sarcomeres. With a magnification of x8000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide, every minute feature and delicate line is brought to life in vibrant colors. The colored SEM technique adds depth and clarity to this biological masterpiece. This image not only appeals to biology enthusiasts but also serves as an invaluable resource for anatomical studies. It provides researchers with an unprecedented view into the microscopic world of muscles and their structural components. Photographer Steve Gschmeissner has skillfully captured nature's artwork in this mesmerizing print from Science Photo Library. Whether displayed in educational institutions or admired by science aficionados, this photograph stands as a testament to both scientific curiosity and artistic appreciation for our wondrous biological systems.
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