Goosegrass Seeds
by Gerd Guenther/science Photo Library
Title
Goosegrass Seeds
Artist
Gerd Guenther/science Photo Library
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Photograph - Photograph
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Light micrograph of young seeds of Goosegrass, Galium aparine, showing the several hooks which ensure the dissemination of the seeds. The hooks become lodged in the fur of passing animals, ensuring that the plant's seeds, which are held in the fruits, are well dispersed before germination. Microscopic contrast technique : Incident lighting. Magnification 40x when printed 10 centimetres wide.
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September 17th, 2018
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