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Online Course
Cosmo Learning

Cosmo Learning: Introduction to Bioengineering

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of video lectures from a course introducing students to the bioengineering field. Webpage includes sixteen videos from professors at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Lectures vary in length and include an introduction...
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Graphic
Cornell University

Cornell University: Meiosis in Lily Anther Microsporocytes

For Students 9th - 10th
This cell biology page is illustrated with photographs of plant meiosis taking place in a cell.
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Biology 4 kids

Biology4 Kids: Quiz: Cell Overview

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take this ten-question review quiz over the most basic building blocks of life, cells. Read more about each question after an incorrect answer is given.
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Biology 4 kids

Biology4 Kids: Quiz: Cell Functions

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take this ten-question review quiz over the functions of a cell. Read more about each question after an incorrect answer is given.
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Handout
University of Arizona

University of Arizona: Guia Sobre El Ciclo Celular Y Mitosis

For Students 9th - 10th
This module is designed to introduce you to the events that occur in the cell cycle and the process of mitosis that divides the duplicated genetic material creating two identical daughter cells. At the end you can test your understanding...
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Cell Vocabulary

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This StudyCards stack enables students to review the vocabulary associated with cell biology.
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Giant Cells

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this activity you will examine surface area and volume of cells and will describe the relationship between surface area and volume of cells.
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Graphic
University of Kansas Medical Center

University of Kansas Medical Center: Epithelia

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate microscopic specimens of various epithelial tissue and cells.
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Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Observing Cell Division

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this activity, young scholars make microscopic observations of onion root tips, discuss them with classmates, then make detailed drawings that are shared.
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Interactive
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Virtual Cell

For Students 9th - 10th
An online video game where players take control of a tiny virtual submarine that explores plant and animal cells from the inside! Players learn about organelles, respiration, and photosynthesis.
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Handout
Palomar Community College District

Wayne's Word: Comparison of Plant and Animal Cells

For Students 9th - 10th
Students can learn about the location and the function of the major organelles in plant and animal cells. Resource includes descriptions of the functions of cell parts as well as a diagram of the two cell types.
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Lesson Plan
National Institute of Educational Technologies and Teacher Training (Spain)

Ministerio De Educacion: La Celula 2 Bachillerato

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The cell is the structural and functional unit of life. This unit covers the cell from the outside to the inside. It contains 18 interactive activities.
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eBook
Estrella Mountain Community College

Online Biology Book: Cells: Origins

For Students 9th - 10th
Through full-color images and concise information, learn about the origin of cells. Discover some of the notable studies surrounding the history of life on Earth.
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eBook
Estrella Mountain Community College

Online Biology Book: Chemistry I: Atoms and Molecules

For Students 9th - 10th
In this online biology textbook, learn about atoms and molecules as they relate to life. Find out about topics such as electrons and energy, chemical bonding, and chemical reactions.
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Handout
Ohio State University

Ohio State University: Cell Membranes

For Students 9th - 10th
Diagrams and animations help you understand the basics of cell membrane structure and function.
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Handout
Ohio State University

Ohio State University: Plant Cells

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this informative essay and these great illustrations to learn how plant cells are different from animal cells.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Operating System of Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Cells are almost like tiny factories run by robots, with the nucleus, DNA, proteins, lipids, and vitamins and minerals all playing critical roles. George Zaidan and Charles Morton lay out the blueprint of a cell and explain how...
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Article
Open Curriculum

Open Curriculum: Cell Structures

For Students 9th - 10th
An illustrated overview of the structure and function of the cell and its structures.
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Interactive
BioMan Biology

Bio Man Biology: Cell Explorer: The Animal Cell

For Students 9th - 10th
Game on the structures and functions of animal cells.
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Handout
Nature Research

Nature Education: Scitable: Cell Energy and Cell Functions

For Students 9th - 10th
An excerpt from the eBook, "Essentials of Cell Biology, Unit 1.2." Text and illustrations allow for deeper understanding of cells.
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Activity
Science Museum, London

Science Museum: What Do Your Cells Do?

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on cells, including looking at cells, what a cell is made of, how cells make proteins, why cells differ, and new cells for old.
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Handout
University of Missouri

Oklahoma State University Biotech Adventure: Plant Cell

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow this link to a clearly labeled diagram of a plant cell. Includes written descriptions of all the parts of the cell.
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Activity
Other

Ms. Vaughn's Biology 1: Unit 5: Cell Biology

For Students 9th - 10th
The materials on this page were prepared by a high school teacher for a Biology class. This section supports a unit on cell biology and includes course notes and learning activities.
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe Biology: Cellular Structure and Function: Test Practice

For Students 9th - 10th
Twenty multiple choice questions about cellular structure and function. After submitting answers, students can review any missed material.