Ground black pepper (Piper nigrum) Science Image

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Ground black pepper. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of ground pepper, made from the seeds (peppercorns) of the black pepper plant (Piper nigrum). Ground black pepper is used as a spice in sauces, pickling spices, marinades and seasoning. Magnification: x20 when printed 10 centimetres wide.