Organelles
List 3 organelles found in an animal cell.
Cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm
What is the function (job) of the nucleus?
The control center or the brain of the cell. Controls all activities
What is a simple task you can do the stop the spread of germs?
Wash your hands
True
Plant cells have a cell membrane and a cell wall... Which one is on the OUTSIDE?
Cell wall
What is the function (job) of the cytoplasm?
It is the jelly that holds the organelles in place.
What is the only way to see microorganisms, or microbes?
By using a microscope
What is a way to prevent ingesting harmful bacteria when eating chicken or other types of meat?
Cook the meat all the way!
List 5 organelles found in a plant cell
Cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm, cell wall, and chloroplast
What is the function (job) of the cell membrane?
Controls what enters and exits the cell.
Which microbe is the smallest: Bacteria, Fungi, Virus, or Protozoa?
Harmful or helpful: There is a fungus called Ophiocordyceps. This fungus can infect ants and cause them to lose control of their movements.
Harmful
Which of the following have a CYTOPLASM?
A. cell from a pine cone
B. cell from a deer
C. cell from mold
D. All of the above
All of the above have cytoplasms.
What is the function (job) of the cell wall?
ONLY IN PLANT CELLS - A hard outer layer that provides protection and structure (shape) to the cell
How do most germs enter our bodies?
Through our mouths, noses, and eyes.
Our stomachs have good bacteria in the. What is one helpful thing that this bacteria does for us?
Help us digest our food
Helps fight the bad bacteria
Why do only plant cells have chloroplasts?
Only plant cells need to use the sun to make their own food.
What is the function (job) of the chloroplast?
ONLY IN PLANT CELLS - Helps plants make their own food through photosynthesis
What is an antibiotic?
A special medicine that fights sickness caused by bacteria
Fungi can help decompose (break down) organic materials such as dead animals.