Rose thorns (IMAGE)

Technical University of Denmark

Rose thorns

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Natural pointed structures occur on many scales in nature—from shark teeth to rose thorns like the ones in the photo—and often share the same rounded shape. Photo: Sabrina Gennis

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Photo: Sabrina Gennis

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Property of Sabrina Gennis. For other uses contact press@dtu.dk

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