Water Bear And Tun, Sem
by Eye of Science
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Water Bear And Tun, Sem
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Eye of Science
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Photograph - Photograph
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Water bear and tun. Colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a viable water bear (Paramacrobiotus richtersi) and its dormant state, known as a tun (bottom). Water bears or tardigrades are tiny invertebrates that live in aquatic and semi-aquatic habitats such as lichen and damp moss. In dr conditions, they can enter a cryptobiotic state of dessication, in which they can survive for up to a decade. Paramacrobiotus richtersi is a carnivorous species that feeds on nematodes and rotifers. Water bears are found throughout the world, including regions of extreme temperature, such as hot springs, and extreme pressure, such as deep underwater. They can also survive the high heat levels of radiation and the vacuum of space. Magx125 when printed at 10 centimeters wide.
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May 19th, 2021
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