Diatom is a photograph by Frank Fox which was uploaded on June 30th, 2016.
Title
Diatom
Artist
Frank Fox
Medium
Photograph
Description
Diatom, interphako interference contrast light micrograph. Diatoms are single-celled photosynthetic algae, of which there are about 100,000 species. They have mineralised cell walls (frustules) that contain silica and provide protection and support. They form an important part of the plankton at the base of the marine and freshwater food chains. Magnification: x417 when printed 10 centimetres wide.
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June 30th, 2016
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