20+ Magnified Images That Changed How We See Common Animals and Objects

In our world, there are countless wonders hiding in plain sight. From the tiniest insects to everyday objects we take for granted, the intricacies and beauty lie beyond what the naked eye can perceive. Thanks to the marvels of modern technology and the art of magnification, we're granted an unprecedented glimpse into a realm that will forever alter our perception of the common and the ordinary. Prepare to be amazed!

It's understandable if you thought this was a picture of the Grand Canyon. It's a close-up view of a minute steel crack. You may even see several strata or hues inside the "canyon," which is akin to what you might see in a real canyon.

Who would've thought something so fluffy could give one a papercut? Here, multiple layers of a page have been exposed under the scrutiny of the microscope. It's mind-bending to think that such a thin strip of paper is actually composed of multiple, even thinner, layers of paper.

Just have a look at this zoomed-in photo of a mosquito head. We know you already have enough reasons to detest them, but this takes the cake. It looks extraterrestrial!

These beautiful patterns from soap foam are truly amazing. Here, you can see what role geometry plays in nature. These tiny grids of bubbles seem to be made up of countless hexagons, rectangles, pentagons, etc.