what is the purpose of red blood cells
to carry oxygen throughout the body
what are the 3 main organ sytems
1. Respiratory
2.Digestive
3.Circulatory
What is the purpose of a microscope
to magnify, resolve, and analyze objects or specimens that are too small to be seen with the naked eye
what is cancer
This disease occurs when cellular division becomes uncontrolled.
What is the largest organ
Skin
what are the 3 things you can use a microscope for?
1.Magnification
2.Resolution
3.Contrast
What is the mitochondria
This organelle is known as the "powerhouse of the cell" because it converts glucose into energy
What is the trachea's function or purpose
Allows air into and out of the lungs
what is the point of a stage on a microscope
Supports the slide for observation
What is mitosis
this is the process where a single cell divides in two identical cells
How long is the small intestine.
23 feet or 7 meters
what is the point of the diaphragm on a microscope
Allows light to pass through the specimen
What is an organelle
An organelle is a structure within a cell. It works together to carry out specific function that support the life of the cell.
How many Liters of saliva is produced in the digestive system per day.
10 Liters.
what is the total magnification for 10 x (40 x High power)
Total=400 x