Parts of the Cell
The "control center of the cell", contains DNA
Nucleus
Finish the sentence. All living things are made of _______________.
Cells.
Define Cells
Basic unit of life
The part of the microscope that you look through.
Eyepiece
Fills the inside of the cell and protects the organelles.
Cytoplasm
Finish the sentence. Cells are the basic _________________.
Unit of life or building block of life.
Groups of cells that work together
The part of the microscope that magnifies your slide or specimen.
Objective lens
A thin layer around both plant and animal cells.
Cell Membrane
Finish the sentence. All cells ____________.
Come from other cells. Multiply or Divide.
Define Organ
Tissues working together to perform a job
Curved or angled part that connects to the base. Also works as a handle.
Arm
Mitochondria
Name of the scientist that invented the first microscope.
Robert Hooke
Define organ system
2 or more organs working together to perform a major function.
Turns in a circle so you can choose which objective lens to use.
Nosepiece
Structures floating within the cytoplasm that all have different functions.
Organelles
Name of the scientist that made cell theory.
Rudolf Virchow
Define Organism
A living and breathing thing (person or animal)
Platform where the object you are viewing lies. Usually has clips to hold your slide.
Stage