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Seashell structure with magnified microscopic layers showing calcium
carbonate deposition.

Illustration of a seashell with a magnified view of microscopic layers showing calcium carbonate deposition, growth rings, and a 0.5 mm scale bar.

This illustration features a detailed seashell structure alongside a microscopic view of its layered composition. The zoomed-in section highlights the shell’s growth rings, illustrating how calcium carbonate layers accumulate over time to build the shell. The external structure of the shell is shown with its characteristic ridges and spiral shape, while the inner surface reveals smoother textures typical of marine organisms.

This image provides valuable insight into the biological formation and environmental history of seashells, making it ideal for use in marine biology textbooks, geology courses, scientific journals, and educational resources focused on biomineralization and environmental studies.

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