Fat Tissue
by Steve Gschmeissner
Title
Fat Tissue
Artist
Steve Gschmeissner
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Fat tissue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a sample of fat tissue, showing fat cells (adipocytes, red yellow) surrounded by fine strands of supportive connective tissue. Adipocytes are among the largest cells in the human body, each cell being 100 to 120 microns in diameter. Almost the entire volume of each fat cell consists of a single lipid (fat or oil) droplet. Adipose tissue forms an insulating layer under the skin, storing energy in the form of fat, which is obtained from food. Magnification: x300 when printed 10 centimetres wide.
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August 3rd, 2016
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