XB-IMG-158304
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Low magnification image of lung tissues. A visceral pleura forms the outer surface of the lung. Note the invaginations of the lung surface. Bronchi are identified by the presence of the basophilic hyaline cartilage. Bronchioles are identified by the presence of smooth muscle and lack of alveoli.
Image from AF Wiechmann and CR Wirsig (2003) "Color Atlas of Xenopus laevis Histology", (page 52, Chapter 5, Respiratory system: Figure 13). Copyright 2003. Kluwer Academic Publishers. Reproduced with kind permission from Springer Science & Business Media B.V. Image published in: Color Atlas of Xenopus laevis Histology Larger Image Printer Friendly View |