SUBJECT: The image shows tin dioxide nanoparticles atop a silicon wafer. Upon exposure to a small droplet of ethanol, the nanoparticles have coalesced into 'house-like' structures. The fractured silicon wafer resembles a rugged cliff side, while the carbon tape supporting the sample displays subtle ripples, reminiscent of an ocean's surface. Together, these elements combine to create a captivating scene that mirrors a small town perched on a cliff above the sea.; CREDIT: Luke Taglini, Macquarie University; METHOD/INSTRUMENT: JEOL JSM 7100-F