20+ Magnified Images That Changed How We See Common Animals and Objects
Cracks in Steel
It’s understandable if you thought this was a picture of the Grand Canyon. It’s a close-up view of a minute steel crack. You may even see several strata or hues inside the “canyon,” which is akin to what you might see in a real canyon.
It’s amazing to consider that even after melting and sculpting, steel still resembles nature when viewed under a microscope. Perhaps this is how steel truly looks to unicellular organisms – wait, how many of them can actually see?
Taking a Page Out of the Book
Who would’ve thought something so fluffy could give one a papercut? Here, multiple layers of a page have been exposed under the scrutiny of the microscope. It’s mind-bending to think that such a thin strip of paper is actually composed of multiple, even thinner, layers of paper.
This picture should stir something in the hearts of those who blatantly waste paper. The pen wouldn’t have been mightier than the sword if it weren’t for the humble paper.
A Mosquito Head
Just have a look at this zoomed-in photo of a mosquito head. We know you already have enough reasons to detest them, but this takes the cake. It looks extraterrestrial!
It makes us think of a large monster or beast from a science fiction or fantasy program. It has several threads that provide the appearance of a beard and what seems to be a million distinct eyeballs – at least, that’s what we think they are.
Soap Foam
These beautiful patterns from soap foam are truly amazing. Here, you can see what role geometry plays in nature. These tiny grids of bubbles seem to be made up of countless hexagons, rectangles, pentagons, etc.
The way they interact with light also creates a slew of beautiful colors. Haven’t we all seen what looks like a melting rainbow on the surface of a big soap bubble at some point in our childhood?
In our world, there are countless wonders hiding in plain sight. From the tiniest insects to everyday objects we take for granted, the intricacies and beauty lie beyond what the naked eye can perceive. Thanks to the marvels of modern technology and the art of magnification, we’re granted an unprecedented glimpse into a realm that will forever alter our perception of the common and the ordinary. Prepare to be amazed!