Curated OER
The Virtual Cell: Cell Biology
In this interactive site, you are presented with a picture of a cell and a description of the structure and function of the parts of the cell. Pictures are colorful and the explanations are short but informative.
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Micscape Article Paramecium
Excellent article on a unicellular organism, the paramecium. Includes details on its environment, paramecium types, and environmental importance.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Prokaryotes Study Guide
Review the structure, function, and diversity of prokaryotic cells.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Cell Cell Junctions
Learn about the different types of intercellular junctions, including plasmodesmata, tight junctions, gap junctions, and desmosomes.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Cellular Differentiation
The process of cellular differentiation leads cells to assume their final morphology and physiology - learn here all about this process.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: The Structure and Functions of a Cell Nucleus
The parts of a cell nucleus are described along with a list of the functions of a cell nucleus.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Functions of the Plasma Membrane
Describes the structure and functions of a cell membrane.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Facts and Functions of the Golgi Apparatus
The structure and functions of the Golgi apparatus are described. Includes a list of interesting facts.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Cell Wall: Lesson 2
This lesson will discuss the structure and function of a cell wall. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Cell Wall."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Cell Wall: Lesson 4
This lesson will discuss the structure and function of a cell wall. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Cell Wall."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Cell Wall: Lesson 3
This lesson will discuss the structure and function of a cell wall. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Cell Wall."
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Mitochondria Functions
Describes the structure and functions of the mitochondria.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Mitochondrial Function
Describes the structure and functions of the mitochondria.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Cell Membrane: Lesson 5
This lesson will discuss the structure and function of the cell membrane. It is 5 of 6 in the series titled "Cell Membrane."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Cell Membrane: Lesson 6
This lesson will discuss the structure and function of the cell membrane. It is 6 of 6 in the series titled "Cell Membrane."
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Tips on How to Make a 3 D Plant Cell Model
Describes the steps in how to make a model of a plant cell using clay and simple materials found at home. Suggestions for variations are also given.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: The Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum and Its Function
The difference between the smooth and the rough endoplasmic reticula is described, as well as the functions of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum. These functions include the synthesis of carbohydrates and lipids, protein transport, and...
Curated OER
3 D Cells
A brief animation and a more detailed navigation of a cell and it's structure can be found here. Each part is labeled and some are animated.
Hanover College
Hanover College: The Physical Factors Behind the Action
A frames page that gives the background to understand the way cells communicate (nerve cells). Each topic in the left frame triggers a tutorial on the right. Most have graphics or animated gifs to teach the material. Good background to...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Organelles
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] All organelles are found in eukaryotic cells, while most are not found in prokaryotic cells. Learn more about organelles in this learning module produced by CK-12.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Ribosomes and Mitochondria
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the structure and function of ribosomes and mitochondria.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Ribosomes and Mitochondria
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the structure and function of ribosomes and mitochondria.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Ribosomes and Mitochondria
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the structure and function of ribosomes and mitochondria.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: 2.7 Organelles
Discover the organelles of a cell, and how their structure contributes to the cell's function.