Bone Photograph - Bone #3 by Science Photo Library

Bone #3 is a photograph by Science Photo Library which was uploaded on July 29th, 2016.

Bone #3

False-coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph of a cross-section through cancellous bone. Sometimes referred to as 'spongy bone' or 'trabecular bone',... more

by Science Photo Library

Canvas Print

$56

Framed Print

$77

Art Print

$36

Poster

$36

Metal Print

$74

Acrylic Print

$81

Wood Print

$58

Greeting Card

$24

iPhone Case

$34

Title

Bone #3

Artist

Science Photo Library

Medium

Photograph

Description

False-coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph of a cross-section through cancellous bone. Sometimes referred to as 'spongy bone' or 'trabecular bone', cancellous bone is found within the middle of large bones. The honeycomb like microstructure gives the bone strength whilst saving weight and provides an open structure that can be occupied by bone marrow. The individual struts are called 'trabeculae' a latin term meaning 'little beam'. This image is taken using a method that shows highly mineralised bone as brighter shades, lower mineralisation appears darker; such methods are useful when looking at calcium-poor bone, such as that from osteoporosis patients. Image width is 373 microns.

Uploaded

July 29th, 2016