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Scientific Name Bombyx mori
Reference Chen, W., M. Foss, K. F. Tseng, and D. Zhang. 2008. Redundant Mechanisms Recruit Actin into the Contractile Ring in Silkworm Spermatocytes. PLoS Biology Vol. 6, No. 9, e209 doi:10.1371/journal.pbio.0060209
Source Redundant Mechanisms Recruit Actin into the Contractile Ring in Silkworm Spermatocytes
Source Collection Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Movie Use creative commons This media file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License - Version 2.5.
Copyright © 2008 W. Chen, M. Foss, K. F. Tseng, and D. Zhang
Attached to Group Bombycidae: view page movie collection
Title Cytokinesis of a Silkworm Spermatocyte
Description Cytokinesis of a dividing silkworm spermatocyte as seen by polarization microscopy. The birefringence of spindle microtubules is shown with dark compensation.
Movie Type Documentary
Movie Content Ultrastructure
ID 35727
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