Moth wing. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of scales on the wing of an unidentified moth (order Lepidoptera,meaning "scale-wing" in Greek). A moth wing is covered in many tiny scales that are modified hairs (setae). These are made of chitin,a common substance in insect exoskeletons. Magnification: x29 at 6x7cm size | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Nishinaga, Susumu |
Bildgröße: | 2951 px × 3610 px |
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