X-Ray - Tea Plant
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X-Ray - Tea Plant
X-Ray - Tea Plant. Part of Box 165 Boswell Collection - X-Rays. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
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This intriguing X-ray image captures the complex structure of a tea plant's roots, revealing the intricate network of veins and fibers that anchor the plant to the earth. Dated circa 1900, this X-ray was likely produced using a fluorescent screen and an X-ray machine, a technology that was still relatively new at the time. The image is part of the Boswell Collection, Box 165, held at Mary Evans Prints Online. Tea, one of the most popular beverages in the world, comes from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. The tea plant's roots delve deep into the soil, absorbing water and nutrients essential for its growth. This X-ray provides a unique glimpse into the hidden world beneath the surface, revealing the intricate details of the plant's root system. X-rays were first discovered in 1895 by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, and their use quickly spread to various fields, including botany. Botanists used X-rays to study the internal structures of plants, revealing previously unknown details about their anatomy. This X-ray of a tea plant's roots is a testament to the early explorations of this fascinating technology and the ongoing fascination with the natural world. The image is presented here as a lantern slide, a format commonly used for projecting images onto a screen or wall for educational or entertainment purposes. The use of lantern slides allowed for the sharing of knowledge and discovery with a wider audience, making this technology an essential tool for scientists, educators, and curious minds alike.
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