Microscopy Podcast
Under the microscope #1 – Dandelion
Dandelion seeds are scattered by wind. Here I am having a look at the fruit of a dandelion. The fruits are the fine “hairs” that carry the seed. In the field of Biology the term “fruit” does not have the Read More …
Dandelion pollen in dark-field
The pollen grains from a dandelion (Taraxacum sp.) were collected and air-mounted (no liquid mounting medium used). Eleven separate images were stacked together to increase the depth of field and to produce the final image. The color contrast was then Read More …
Dandelion parachute ball up close
This is one of the first tries taking pictures with my new Sigma objective, and I have to admit that I’m very satisfied with the lens.
Virtual microscope: dandelion parachute
Here is a large image of a dandelion seed. Happy exploring!