Free learning resources from arts, cultural and heritage organisations.

From story
Foraminifera Plankton
This resource is licensed under Creative Commons BY-NC-SA

Foraminifera Microscope Slide

Microscope slide of a foraminifera called 'Nummulities'. When alive, it would have been circular, but in death part of the shell has been lost as can be seen from the picture. Looking closely you can see the multiple compartments that make up the shell. 

 

Image © Leeds Museums and Galleries