Fat Cell #3
by Steve Gschmeissner/science Photo Library
Title
Fat Cell #3
Artist
Steve Gschmeissner/science Photo Library
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Fat cell. Comparison between a scanning electron micrograph (SEM, left) and transmission electron micrograph (TEM, right) of a fat (adipose) cell. In the TEM image the fat cell, or adipocyte, consists of a large central lipid droplet (purple) surrounded by a thin layer of cytoplasm (red) containing the nucleus (blue). Fat cells store energy as an insulating layer of fat under the skin. A loose framework of collagen fibres support the fat cells in adipose tissue. Magnification: x4000 when printed at 10 centimetres high. For a series of comparisons between SEMs and TEMs see images C047/7006 to C047/7034.
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February 17th, 2021
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