SEM For Dummies
2008 April 16
Today I used the scanning electron microscope to take some pictures of rumen papillae. For those who are not up on the lingo, the rumen is the stomach of the cow and papillae are like little fingers that project into the stomach and absorb the fatty acids and things. There are many bacteria, protozoa, and methanogens in the rumen too, and that is the stuff that I am interested in. Anyway, Mike and I were set loose on this big piece of expensive machinery and these are some of the results. I think they are awesome, A doesn't, but I'll let you all decide, after the jump.
Peace out.
I think it's cool.
I'm not quite pedantic to correct you and say "the rumen is one of the stomachs of a cow..." so I won't.