Inner ear hair cells, SEM C014 / 4845
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Inner ear hair cells, SEM C014 / 4845
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the sensory hair cells (white) found in the Organ of Corti in the cochlea of the inner ear. These hairs are surrounded by a fluid called the endolymph. As sound enters the ear it causes waves to form in the endolymph, which in turn cause the hairs to move. The movement is converted into an electrical signal, which is passed to the brain. A single row of stereocilia can be seen at top, with three rows of outer hair cells below. Magnification: x20, 200 when printed at 10 centimetres wide
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Auditory Cilia Cilium Cochlea Colored Hairs Hearing Inner Ear Organ Of Corti Rows Sense Sensitive Sensory Hair Sound Stereocilia Stereocilium Surface Cells
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This print showcases the intricate inner workings of our auditory system. In this colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are granted a glimpse into the mesmerizing world of inner ear hair cells. The Organ of Corti, nestled within the cochlea of the inner ear, houses these sensory hair cells which play a vital role in our ability to hear. The image reveals a sea of delicate white hairs surrounded by a fluid known as endolymph. As sound waves enter the ear, they create ripples in this fluid, causing the hairs to sway and dance in response. This movement is then transformed into electrical signals that travel to our brain, enabling us to perceive and interpret sounds. At first glance, we can observe a single row of stereocilia at the top, followed by three rows of outer hair cells below. Each cell possesses its own unique structure and function within this complex network responsible for our sense of hearing. With an impressive magnification level of x20,200 when printed at 10 centimeters wide, this SEM offers an up-close view into one aspect of human biology that often goes unnoticed but is crucial for maintaining healthy hearing abilities. It serves as a reminder that even on such microscopic scales, nature's design never ceases to amaze us with its beauty and complexity.
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