This microscopic image displays the gray and white matter of the cerebellum with distinct staining. The gray matter, appearing dark purple, contains numerous neuron cell bodies, including Purkinje cells, which are large and arranged in a characteristic layer. The molecular and granular layers contribute to the dense cellular appearance. The white matter, stained light pink, consists mainly of myelinated axons forming the arbor vitae, a branching pattern within the cerebellum. The clear contrast between the dark purple gray matter and light pink white matter emphasizes the structural organization of the tissue.
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