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Gomphonema_pseudoseptum.jpg

  • Glossary Term
    Pseudoseptum
  • Caption
    Scanning electron micrograph of a Gomphonema showing an internal view of the valve. At the arrow, the pseudoseptum is the portion of silica extending from the apex of the valve mantle towards the interior of the valve.
  • Credit
    Sarah Spaulding
Gomphonema Pseudoseptum

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