Watercolour artwork of Paramecium sp. a protozoan
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Watercolour artwork of Paramecium sp. a protozoan
Paramecium sp. Watercolour artwork of Paramecium sp. a ciliate protozoan. This single-celled organism is covered in hair-like cilia, aiding locomotion and the movement of food particles towards its oral groove (dark brown, at centre). Directly below the oral groove are the macronucleus (red) and micronucleus (purple), containing the genetic material. The two contractile vacuoles (white) help to maintain the water balance within the Paramecium. The other circular objects within the cytoplasm (yellow) are food vacuoles in which engulfed particles, such as bacteria, are digested. Paramecium sp. are plentiful in freshwater ponds
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This watercolour artwork showcases the intricate details of a Paramecium sp. , a fascinating ciliate protozoan. The single-celled organism is adorned with hair-like cilia that aid in both locomotion and the movement of food particles towards its central oral groove, depicted here in dark brown at the center of the image. Just below this groove, we can observe two distinct nuclei - the macronucleus painted in vibrant red and the micronucleus in regal purple - containing all the genetic material necessary for this tiny creature's survival. The artist has also skillfully highlighted two contractile vacuoles, represented as white circles within the cytoplasm. These vacuoles play a crucial role in maintaining water balance within Paramecium sp. , ensuring its optimal functioning. Additionally, scattered throughout the cytoplasm are several circular objects depicted in yellow hues; these represent food vacuoles where engulfed particles such as bacteria are digested by this voracious microorganism. Paramecium sp. are known to thrive abundantly in freshwater ponds, making them an essential part of aquatic ecosystems. This stunning illustration on a pristine white background not only captures their beauty but also serves as a reminder of nature's remarkable diversity at microscopic levels.
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