Sesame seed detail (Sesamum indicum) Science Image

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Natural sesame seed detail. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of detail of a natural (unhulled) sesame seed. Sesame (Sesamum indicum) is grown primarily for the seeds it produces. The seed is used whole in cooking or pressed for its oil. Magnification: x400 when printed 10 centimetres wide.