Lamella Collection

Compact bone, light micrograph
Compact bone. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through compact bone tissue, showing Haversian canals (circular regions)

Advert for Festival of Britain constructional engineers
Advertisement for constructional engineers, Horseley Bridge and Thomas Piggott Ltd and Carter-Horseley (Engineers) Ltd, who built some of the structures for the Festival of Britain exhibition

Porcelain Fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) close up of raindrops hanging from the lamellae at the underside of the cap, Philips de Jongh park, Eindhoven, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

Whale bone tissue, light micrograph

False Death Cap or Citron Amanita -Amanita citrina-, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Coloured SEM of transverse section of compact bone
Compact bone. Coloured scanning electronmicrograph (SEM) of a transverse section ofcompact bone. The Haversian canal (dark centralarea) contains blood vessels

Gecko foot C014 / 0963
Gecko foot. Close-up of the foot of a southern turniptail gecko (Thecadactylus solimoensis), showing the adhesive lamellae (ridges)

Artificial gecko feet adhesive C014 / 0313
Artificial gecko feet adhesive. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a material that uses a similar structure to that of a geckos foot

Gecko foot C014 / 0258
Gecko foot. Close-up of the foot of a New Caledonian crested gecko (Rhacodactylus ciliatus), showing the adhesive lamellae (ridges)

False-colour SEM of lamellae in compact bone
Compact bone lamellae. False-colour scanning electron micrograph of bony lamellae. They are found in the compact bone and are made of compacted collagen fibres and ground substances

LM of compact bone from a human femur

Bone canals, light micrograph
Bone canals. Coloured light micrograph of a section through human compact bone, showing Haversian canals (circular regions). The concentric rings surrounding the Haversian canals are called lamellae

Whale bone sample, light micrograph

Plant cell wall, diagram

Bone structure, artwork
Bone structure, computer artwork. In the interior of the bone is cancellous, or spongy, bone (left), which is found at the ends of long bones and vertebra (spine bones)

Chloroplast structures, artwork
Chloroplast structures. Cutaway artwork showing the internal structure of a chloroplast, the organelle in plant cells responsible for photosynthesis

Mushroom gill cap, light micrograph. Transverse section through the cap of a common mushroom (Psalliota sp.) showing the gill lamellae (white)

Compact bone, light micrograph
Compact bone. Polarised light micrograph of a transverse section through compact bone tissue, showing Haversian canals (circular regions)

Lamprey gill region, light micrograph
Lamprey gill. Light micrograph of a transverse section through the gill region of a lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), a parasitic fish. The spinal area is at upper centre

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Lamella: Unveiling the Intricacies of Bone Structure and Beyond" Delve into the fascinating world of lamella, where compact bone reveals its hidden secrets under the microscope. In this captivating light micrograph, witness the intricate patterns and layers that make up this remarkable tissue. Step back in time to the Festival of Britain as constructional engineers proudly showcase their achievements. Admire how lamella contributes to the strength and durability of structures, just like it does in our own bones. Venture into the depths of whale bone tissue through another mesmerizing light micrograph. Marvel at how lamella provides support and flexibility to these majestic creatures, allowing them to navigate vast oceans with grace. Discover nature's wonders as you encounter a False Death Cap or Citron Amanita mushroom in Allgaeu, Bavaria. Even within fungi, lamella plays a crucial role in distributing spores for reproduction. Intriguingly colored SEM images offer an up-close look at transverse sections of compact bone. Observe how lamellae intertwine intricately, forming a strong framework that supports our bodies' movements. Witness nature's ingenuity as gecko feet demonstrate their adhesive capabilities through microscopic marvels such as Gecko foot C014 / 0963 and Artificial gecko feet adhesive C014 / 0313. Lamellae on their tiny scales enable them to effortlessly cling onto various surfaces. Another stunning image showcases Gecko foot C014 / 0258 – a testament to evolution's brilliance in creating specialized structures for locomotion. Lamellae play an essential role here too by providing grip and stability during climbing adventures. False-color SEM imagery takes us deeper into compact bone's inner workings – revealing intricate networks of interconnected lamellae responsible for maintaining skeletal integrity throughout our lives. Explore closer home with a light micrograph capturing compact bone from a human femur.