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Foraminiferans (10 Species)

Detailed Description

A photomicrograph depicting the calcium carbonate tests of ten species of marine foraminiferans. The image has been inverted to bring out details. Upon death, their tests can form calcareous marine sediments known as foraminiferan ooze.

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Public Domain.