Hulled sesame seed (Sesamum indicum) Science Image

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Hulled sesame seed. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a sesame seed with it's hull removed. Sesame (Sesamum indicum) is grown primarily for the seeds it produces. The seed is used whole in cooking or pressed for it's oil. Magnification: x35 when printed 10 centimetres wide.