About The Cells
A cell is the smallest unit of...
Life
This organelle is nicknamed the 'power house of the cell' because it makes energy
The mitochondria
Structure = _______
Function
This system breaks down food and absorbs nutrients
Digestive system
Fill in the blanks:
Cells -> ________ -> Organs -> _______
Tissues and Systems
This is the scientific word for non-living things...
Abiotic
This is the boss of the cell that holds DNA
The Nucleus
Red blood cells are responsible for
Carry oxygen through the circulatory system
This system is responsible for bringing oxygen into the body and have it move through the blood, delivering oxygen to all the necessary organs.
Respiratory system
What is the difference between a cell disorder and a cell disruption
A disorder is long term. A disruption is short term.
Name one of the three basic components of cell theory ...
1) The cell is the basic unit of all life
2) All organisms are composed of one or more cells
3) All cells come from existing cells
These organelles are the 'builders' because they make proteins that the cell needs to grow and repair itself...
Ribosomes
_______ are responsible for sending messages about stimulus you are feeling to the brain...
Nerve cells
This system carries oxygen, nutrients, hormones and removes waste, like a system of tubes or pipes that connect all the parts of the body.
Circulatory system
These are clues for doctors that help diagnose cell disorders and disruptions
Symptoms
Name one of the 8 features shared by all living things...
Display Order
Take in Nutrients or Matter (Have to “eat”)
Are composed of one or more cells
Grow and Develop
Reproduce
Regulate their internal conditions
Move/Control their own movement
Respond to Stimuli
This organelle is like a post office that packages and ships things out of the cell
The golgi body
These flat and tightly packed together cells form a barrier to protect your body from dirt, germs, and water loss
Skin Cells
This system helps you move, keeps your hear beating, and makes your organs work...
Muscular system
Name one of the piece of technology that doctors use to diagnose cell disorders...
To See Inside the Body
X-rays
MRI
CT scans
Ultrasound
To Study Blood or Cells
Blood tests
Microscopes
DNA/genetic tests
To Support the Body
Insulin pumps
Inhalers
Dialysis machines
Pacemakers
What 17th century scientist is responsible for creating the term cell?
Robert Hooke
These two organelles are only found in plant cells
Cell wall and chloroplasts
These cells protect your body from germs like bacteria and viruses.
White blood cells
This system controls and coordinates body activities by making hormones for growth, energy, mood, and body changes.
Endocrine system
Name one type of tech that we use to maintain personal health today...
Wearables (fitbit, apple watch)
Telemedicine