Inside each cell is a network of organelles that have a particular function that help cells work smoothly. Find resources on each organelle and learn how they work together.
5.9: Tutorial: Evolution of Organelles
5.9: Tutorial: Evolution of Organelles,
Discover Biology 3rd Edition,
W.W. Norton Company,
"Learn how specialized compartments called organelles arose during the development of eukaroyotic cell
http://nortonbooks.com/college/biology/animations/...
Albert Claude: The Father of Cell BiologyAlbert Claude: The Father of Cell Biology,
Article by bala,
April 6, 2009,
BrightHub.com,
"Albert Claude is considered to be the father of cell biology. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physio
http://www.brighthub.com/science/genetics/articles...
All About Cells
All About Cells
Centre of the Cell
Queen Mary University of London
A series of cell-related topics for students 11-14.
http://www.centreofthecell.org/centre/...
BBC - KS3 Bitesize: Science - Cells to Systems
BBC - KS3 Bitesize: Science - Cells to Systems
"A key stage 3 revision and recap resource for science, covering cells, tissues, organs and systems." Grades 7-9.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks3bitesize/science/o...
Biologica, View 3D CellsBiologica, View 3D Cells
"Learn about cell structure and function by viewing QuickTime movies and interacting with 3D worlds."
http://biologica.concord.org/webtest1/view_3D_cell...
Biology Cell ProcessesBiology Cell Processes,
SparkNotes SAT Subject Test,
"This chapter reviews cellular respiration, protein synthesis, and cellular reproduction, the three crucial cellular life processes."
http://www.sparknotes.com/testprep/books/sat2/biol...
Body CodeBody Code,
By Drew Berry,
Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research,
"Body Code is a selection of biomedical animations that explore the human body at the microscopic and molecular scal
http://www.wehi.edu.au/education/wehitv/body_code_...
cell
cell
Infopleae.com
Encyclopedia article from Infoplease.com
http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/sci/A0811043.html
Cell
Cell
The Visual Dictionary
A labeled illustration of the organelles inside a cell, with explanations.
http://infovisual.info/03/001_en.html
Cell Biology VideoCell Biology,
By phoenixfilmandvideo,
YouTube.com,
"With amazing tools that peer deep into cells, cell biologists are beginning to understand the structure, function and history of these highly o
http://www.youtube.com/watch...
Cell Biology Animation
Cell Biology Animation
By John Kyrk
Great site! Animations are available on cell function, anatomy, and membranes; chromosomes, DNA, and much more.
http://www.johnkyrk.com/index.html
Cell Biology Main PageCell Biology Main Page,
By W. R. Klemm,
Texas A&M University,
"This "Cells Are Us" module has five units of instruction The first unit is an introduction of the levels of organization in living s
http://peer.tamu.edu/curriculum_modules/Cell_Biolo...
Cell City - An Interactive Multimedia for Science EducationCell City - An Interactive Multimedia for Science Education,
BioPic Productions,
Great site! This is an interactive science experience - click the tour bus or click on a cell part to learn more ab
http://www.biopic.co.uk/cellcity/index.htm
Cell Communication - VideoCell Communication,
By Paul Andersen,
BozemanScience.com,
Video length: 10:34,
Paul Andersen discusses cell communication. He begins by explaining how he communicates with other individuals us
http://www.bozemanscience.com/037-cell-communicati...
Cell Explorer
Cell Explorer
Exploratorium.edu
Interactive exhibit on the inner workings of a cell; click on parts of the image to learn about that part.
http://www.exploratorium.edu/traits/cell_explorer....
Cell Function
Cell Function
Biology4kids.com
Looking at Cell Functions
Cells come in many sizes All cells have a purpose. If they don't do anything productive, they are not needed anymore. In the big pict
http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell2_main.html
Cell organization from Answers.com
Cell organization from Answers.com
Cells are divided into several compartments, each with a characteristic structure, biochemical composition, and function (see illustration). These compartments
http://www.answers.com/topic/cell-organization
Cell PowerpointsCell Powerpoints
The Biology Corner
"These are power points presentations you can use with your lessons. They are hosted by google docs so you do not need a program to view them. You can see the f
http://www.biologycorner.com/lesson-plans/cells/ce...
Cell Signaling Problem Set
Cell Signaling Problem Set,
Biology Project at the University of Arizona,
A series of 12 multiple-choice problem sets. If you answer correctly, you'll see a brief explanation. If you answer wron
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/problem_se...
Cell SizeCell Size,
McGraw-Hill Higher Education,
"This interactive exercise allows the user to explore the architecture of a cell, inquiring about the influence of cell size and shape." Click on "How to U
http://www.mhhe.com/biosci/genbio/biolink/j_explor...
Cell Theory
Cell Theory
Desert Vista High School, Phoenix
View text and illustrations on a day-by-day study on cells; plenty of photos and links to other resources for more information.
http://staff.tuhsd.k12.az.us/gfoster/standard/bcel...
Cell TheoryCell Theory,
Charles Mallery, Ph.D.,
University of Miami,
A historical look at cell theory, formulation of the theory, its modern tenets, and scientists and non-scientists involved in its develop
http://www.bio.miami.edu/~cmallery/150/unity/cell....
Cell Theory, Form, and Function: Introduction - InfopleaseCell Theory, Form, and Function: Introduction,
Infoplease,com,
"Deep inside you, on your surface, and all parts in between, fundamental functional units called cells are busy 24/7 keeping your bod
http://www.infoplease.com/cig/biology/cell-theory-...
Cell TurnoverCell Turnover,
Centre of the Cell,
Queen Mary University of London,
Interactive activity. How many cells do you make in a minute? What types of cells are you making? Find out here.
http://www.centreofthecell.org/interactives/celltu...
CellsCells,
Grade 5,
Macmillan McGraw-Hill,
Animated summary and quiz on cells.
http://www.mhschool.com/science/2011/student/na/gr...
Cells - Cell Types
Cells - Cell Types
By Carl Lischeske
Campbell County School District
Illustration and text explaining a plant cell wall, cell membrane, nucleus, and cytoplasm.
http://web.ccsd.k12.wy.us/techcurr/Science/04/0401...
CELLS Alive! How Big InteractiveCELLS Alive! How Big Interactive,
"The head of a pin is about 2mm in diameter. Use this animation to compare the relative sizes of cells and organisms sitting on a pinhead."
http://www.cellsalive.com/howbig.htm
Cells and the Cell TheoryCells and the Cell Theory,
By Shannan Muskopf,
Granite City High School Teacher,
BiologyCorner.com,
"PowerPoint presentation available on Google Docs. Covers scientists involved in cell theory,
http://docs.google.com/present/view...
Cells Are Chatty: Here's What They May Be Saying
Cells Are Chatty: Here's What They May Be Saying,
March 21, 2014,
By Amber Dance for the National Institutes of Health,
Live Science,
Discover how cells communicate with each other.
http://www.livescience.com/44274-cell-talk-learnin...
Cellular Garbage Disposals Clean Up
Cellular Garbage Disposals Clean Up,
May 15, 2013
By Amber Dance, for the National Institutes of Health,
Live Science,
The title says that cells have garbage disposals, but do you know what pa
http://www.livescience.com/31966-cells-garbage-dis...
Cellular Visions: The Inner Life of a CellCellular Visions: The Inner Life of a Cell,
Studio Daily,
"What can character animators learn from those who render microscopic worlds in 3D? Plenty."
http://www.studiodaily.com/main/technique/tproject...
Dropping SignalsDropping Signals
Genetic Science Learning Center,
University of Utah
Interactive. "Explore a handful of the hundreds of signals and cellular responses that take place in the world around us every
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/cells...
Evolutionary Significance of Cell Communication
Evolutionary Significance of Cell Communication,
By Paul Andersen,
BozemanScience.com,
Video length: 07:01,
Paul Andersen describes how cell communication is used in both single-celled and m
http://www.bozemanscience.com/036-evolutinary-sign...
Explore a CellExplore a cell,
Centre of the Cell,
Explore a cell by clicking on a cell part or by selecting a cell part from the drop-down menu.
http://www.centreofthecell.org/interactives/explor...
Hippo Campus Non-Majors Biology
Hippo Campus Non-Majors Biology
Monterey Institute for Technology and Education
HippoCampus.org
Scroll down to see the section on Cellular Organization; the topic covers cell theory, cell size,
http://www.hippocampus.org/Non-Majors%20Biology
How Cells Work
How Cells Work
by Marshall Brain
HowStuffWorks.com
Excellent multi-page article on how cells work; cell parts; enzymes, making enzymes, enzymes at work; proteins and much more. Videos and illus
http://science.howstuffworks.com/cellular-microsco...
Inside A Cell
Inside A Cell
Genetic Science Learning Center
University of Utah
Use your mouse to select a cell part to learn its function.
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/begin/cells...
Inside cellsInside cells,
Centre of the Cell,
Queen Mary University of London,
"Your cells are teaming with life - your life. All your life processes take place as chemical reactions within cells."
Visit
http://www.centreofthecell.org/centre/...
Inside the Cell
Inside the Cell
National Institute of General Medical Sciences
National Institutes of Health
Very thorough web site; check out the "Extra" section for animations and movies.
http://publications.nigms.nih.gov/insidethecell/
Interactive 3D CellInteractive 3D Cell,
Biologica,
The Concord Consortium,
"Explore and manipulate a 3D-Cell using a java-based technology developed by Shout Interactive. This works on both the PC or Mac, and does
http://biologica.concord.org/webtest1/Shout3d_cell...
Life and death of cellsLife and death of cells,
Centre of the Cell,
Queen Mary University of London,
"Every second of the day, millions of your cells are dying and being replaced. The instant skin, bone, blood and gut
http://www.centreofthecell.org/centre/...
One cell made youOne cell made you,
Centre of the Cell,
Queen Mary University of London,
"Your life started the instant that your father's sperm and your mother's egg fused together forming one cell. The genes
http://www.centreofthecell.org/centre/...
Plant and Animal Cells - Grade 6 ReviewPlant and Animal Cells - Grade 6 Review,
Macmillan McGraw-Hill,
Animated summary and quiz on plant and animal cells.
http://www.mhschool.com/science/2011/student/na/gr...
Small but manySmall but many,
Centre of the Cell,
Queen Mary University of London,
"Your cells are so small that you need a microscope to see them. Your body is made of an extremely large number of these tiny
http://www.centreofthecell.org/centre/...
Studying Cells Tutorial
Studying Cells Tutorial
University of Arizona
Biology Project
Great tutorial plus brief 4-question quiz.
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/tutorials/...
The Amazing World Inside a Human Cell
The Amazing World Inside a Human Cell.
June 29, 2011,
By Alisa Machalek & Emily Carlson, National Institutes of Health,
Live Science,
"This voyage inside the human cell reveals an amazing worl
http://www.livescience.com/14827-human-cell-nucleu...
The Cell
The Cell
By Anthony Carpi, John Jay College
City University of New York
Description of cell components; colorful pictures.
http://web.jjay.cuny.edu/~acarpi/NSC/13-cells.htm
The Cell TheoryThe Cell Theory
World of Teaching
"A Powerpoint presentation on the notable scientists and their discoveries that lead to the cell theory. If you don't know what the basic components are, you will
http://www.worldofteaching.com/powerpoints/biology...
The Discovery and Structure of CellsThe Discovery and Structure of Cells,
by Carl Shuster, M.A./M.S.,
VisionLearning.com,
"Learn about the cell and the different structures they are composed of. This module discusses the variety of
http://www.visionlearning.com/en/library/Biology/2...
The Mixed-Up Cells The Mixed-Up Cells,
Beacon Learning Center,
Grades 3-5,
Interactive web lesson. Students correctly identify and explain the differences and similarities between plant and animal organelles.
http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/Weblessons/Mix...
The properties of the living cellThe properties of the living cell,
by Rebecca Kodat,
Essortment.com,
"The living cell is actually quite an interesting work of natural art. This article will give you a brief snapshot of their pr
http://www.essortment.com/all/propertieslivin_rlgp...
Through the Virtual Cell
Through the Virtual Cell,
CK-12 Foundation,
This video takes you on a virtual tour through a cell and ties together several concepts. The video not only examines cell organelles (including chlor
http://www.ck12.org/biology/Other-Cell-Organelles/...
Video: The Discovery of Cells - A View of the CellVideo: The Discovery of Cells - A View of the Cell
By Leslie Samuel on Dec 19, 2010,
Interactive-Biology.com
"How in the world did we get to where we are today, in terms of our knowledge of cells
http://www.interactive-biology.com/1465/the-discov...
Virtual Cell Biology Classroom Virtual Cell Biology Classroom,
By Tami Port,
Science Prof. Online,
"Materials used to supplement an introductory college-level Cell Biology Course. The Virtual Cell Biology Classroom provides ac
http://www.scienceprofonline.org/virtual-cell-main...
Virtual Cell Web Page
The Virtual Cell Web Page
Ibiblio Organization
Chapter Three: Cell Biology
In this chapter we will be investigating the parts of a typical cell.
Visit the web site to learn more.
http://www.ibiblio.org/virtualcell/textbook/chapte...
WebAnatomy Cells
WebAnatomy Cells
By MS Jensen
University of Minnesota
Basic cell anatomy self test. Click on words that are hypertexted for quizzes.
http://msjensen.cehd.umn.edu/Webanatomy/cells/defa...
Welcome to the Lesson on Cells and Life ProcessesWelcome to the Lesson on Cells and Life Processes,
Skool.ie Interactive Learning,
This lesson will cover:
Structure of plant and animal cells
Cells, tissues and organs
How substances enter and
http://www.skoool.ie/content/skoool_learning/junio...
What Color Are Our Cells? Kids' Biology Questions Answered
What Color Are Our Cells? Kids' Biology Questions Answered,
December 12, 2012,
By Emily Carlson, National Institutes of Health,
A sampling of questions and answers that students asked on a live
http://www.livescience.com/25486-students-cell-que...
What is a Cell?
What is a Cell?
Centre of the Cell
Queen Mary University of London
Can you help Gabrielle score a goal? She's missing some cells from her heart, knee and brain.
http://www.centreofthecell.org/interactives/whatis...
What is a Cell?What is a Cell?,
Centre of the Cell,
Queen Mary University of London,
"Can you help Gabrielle score a goal? She's missing some cells from her heart, knee and brain."
http://www.centreofthecell.org/interactives/whatis...
What is the cell theory?
What is the cell theory?
Wiki.Answers.com
Visit the web site for the answer.
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_cell_theory
What Is the Cell Theory?What Is the Cell Theory?,
Written by Victoria Blackburn,
Wisegeek.com,
"The cell theory states that all living organisms have a basic unit of structure and function, which is the cell."
Visit
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-the-cell-theory.ht...