Polarised light micrograph of the skin of a sea cucumber (Synapta sp.) showing paired spicules referred to as â??plates and anchorsâ??. The sharp spikes of the anchors may act as a deterrent to potential predators. This theory is born out by the fact that the â??anchorsâ?? in the edible sea cucumber have a similar appearance to the â??platesâ?? and do not have sharp points. Magnification: x18 at 10cm wide | |
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