Parts of the Cell

History

100

First person to coin the term cell

Robert Hooke

200

In the 1830s, he discovered the nuclei (Latin: kernel) in orchid plant cells with a simple microscope

Robert Brown

300

True or false:

Matthias Schleiden discovered that animal tissues are composed of animal cells after Theodor Schwann discovered that plant tissues are composed of plant cells 

False!

Scheiden discovered that plant tissues are composed of plant cells in 1838 and Schwann discovered that animal tissues are composed of animal cells in 1839.

400

Robert Hooke examined thin slices of ____ using a ______

He saw structures similar to tiny rectangular rooms – cellulae (Latin for ______) 

Cork; compound microscope; little rooms

500

Rudolf Virchow said that ______

All cells come from existing cells

Parts of the Cell

100

Fluid filled organelles which also serve as storage sites

Vacuoles

200

Site of protein synthesis

Ribosomes

300

Provides for the distinctive shape of cells like red blood cells, muscle cells, and nerve cells (neurons)

Cytoskeleton

400

Centrioles consist of a ring of nine groups of ____

Microtubules

500

The double layer of the plasma membrane

Phospholipid bilayer

Parts of the Cell pt. 2

100

Plants contain ____ which capture energy from the sun and convert it into food

Chloroplasts

200

Found in bacteria and all plant cells, this organelle provides protection and support just outside of the plasma membrane

Cell wall

300

Dense granular body found in the nucleus, this is where ribosomes are synthesized

Nucleolus

400

Rough ER is lined with _____ while smooth ER is not

Ribosomes

500

The plasma membrane is ___________, allowing some materials to pass while rejecting others in order to maintain homeostasis.

Selectively permeable

Cell Nicknames

100

What is the "powerhouse" of the cell?

Mitochondria

200

What is the "police force"

Lysosomes

300

What is the control center?

Nucleus

400

Which one looks like the "stack of pancakes"

Endoplasmic Reticulum

500

What is the "post office" of the cell?

Golgi Body/Golgi Apparatus

Wellness Tips

100

Think of one thing you're sincerely grateful for! A way someone helped you or brightened your day; an activity that helps you get through the day; someone that loves you; something you're looking forward to; a good memory

:)

200

Think of one thing you have you done recently to help someone else. Think of one you can do later!

:)

300

_________ is a writing exercise that's scientifically linked to reducing levels of anxiety and depression

Journaling! Penzu.com is a great resource, using any notebook, loose Google doc, a piece of paper, etc. Can be private and an outlet to just get those feelings out

400

Getting adequate amounts of ________ will result in

• Getting sick less often
• Lowering your risk for serious health problems
• Reducing stress and improve your mood
• Thinking more clearly and do better in school and at work
• Getting along better with people
• Making good decisions and avoid injuries — for example, _____ drivers cause thousands of car accidents every year

Sleep!

If you're having trouble sleeping, try making changes to your routine to get the sleep you need. You may want to:

• Change what you do during the day — for example, get your physical activity in the morning instead of at night
• Create a comfortable sleep environment — for example, make sure your bedroom is dark and quiet
• Set a bedtime routine — for example, go to bed at the same time every night
• Try to spend some time outdoors every day
• Stay away from caffeine (including coffee, tea, and soda) late in the day
• If you have trouble sleeping at night, limit daytime naps to 20 minutes or less
• Don't smoke, drink, or do drugs!
• Don’t eat a big meal close to bedtime
• Go to bed at the same time every night
• Try to get the same amount of sleep each night
• Avoid eating, talking on the phone, or reading in bed
• Avoid using computers or smartphones, watching TV, or playing video games at bedtime
• If you find yourself up at night worrying about things, use these tips to help manage stress

If you’re still awake after staying in bed for more than 20 minutes, get up. Do something relaxing, like reading or meditating, until you feel sleepy.

500

What's the name of the school psychologist?

Ms. Amis! If you want to make an appointment, talk to the front office or a teacher/staff member!