20 cuts that reveal the invisible world of ordinary objects (21 photos)
Have you ever wondered what the inside of a rattlesnake or a baseball looks like? It seems like a completely childish question. But cutting things in half can be not only fun, but also incredibly educational. 
Don't believe me? Then take a look at these 20 amazing cross-sections - from flowers to weapons and complex mechanisms. Ready to see familiar things from a completely new perspective?
1. Snake's Rattle 
It turns out that a rattlesnake's rattle is not made of balls at all, but keratin segments strung together like beads. When they vibrate, they hit each other, creating that very scary sound.
2. Baseball 
Under the leather wrapping is a dense ball of thread, and in the center is a rubber or cork core. It is this construction that gives the ball its elasticity.
3. Instant Noodles 
Looks less appetizing than a whole serving.
4. Septaria or Tortoiseshell Stone 
A mineral with patterns reminiscent of a turtle shell, the inside looks no less mysterious.
5. Pyrotechnic shell 
Despite its simplicity, it resembles a complex engineering project.
6. Poppy seed pod 
A poppy seed pod cut in half looks like a miniature space station, where every detail is thought out by nature to the smallest detail.
7. Cactus 
Contrary to popular belief, there is no water inside the cactus, but a gel-like pulp that can retain moisture for months. And the ribs on the surface help the plant expand after rain.
8. Pearl 
Perfectly round? No way! The cut reveals layers of mother-of-pearl that have been growing for years around a grain of sand or a parasite.
9. Rosebud 
A rose cut in half reveals the amazing geometry that Mother Nature has been honing for millions of years.
10. Coffee with donuts 
The drink is mesmerizing, and the pastries push you to consume even more.
11. Telephone cable 
At first glance, an ordinary wire turns out to be a surprisingly complex structure if you look inside.
12. Croissant 
A crescent-shaped bun made from puff pastry is a very popular product of French cuisine.
13. Underwater power cable 
A cross-section of an underwater cable resembles a high-tech "sandwich" - each layer here performs a critical function.
14. Ice Cream 
The cone looks a bit strange, but it doesn't affect the taste.
15. Fragmentation Grenade 
When cut, the grenade resembles a fruit. Perhaps that's why soldiers call the F-1 "lemon".
16. Easter Eggs 
Not all dyes are created equal.
17. Meteorite 
Looks like a little universe.
18. Anthill 
Tiny insects are brilliant architects, builders and strategists.
19. Aloe leaf 
An incredibly useful plant.
20. Bowling Ball 
A bowling ball cut in half is not just a piece of plastic, but a high-tech projectile where every detail affects its behavior on the lane.
