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Pin-ItNitella is a green algae with very large cells within which active fluid motion can be observed. This flow helps with the movement of nutrients, organelles and genetic material. It was first described in 1774. The causes for this motion are complex, and while much has been learned, the phenomenon is still not fully understood.
2018 Small World in Motion Competition
Honorable Mention
Nitella sp. (green algae), cytoplasmic streaming
Charles B. Krebs
- Affiliation
- Charles Krebs Photography
Issaquah, Washington, USA
- Technique
- Magnifaction
- 5x, 10x, 40x (objective lens magnification)
