Cell Theory
Cell Organelles
Levels of Organization
Body Systems
Challenges
100
What scientific tool was used to discover and observe cells?
microscope
100
The nervous system controls all body functions. Which organelle function is most similar to the nervous system?
A. mitochondria
B. chloroplast
C. nucleus
D. vacuole
C. nucleus
100
Tissues combine to form -
organs
100
What body system allows us to breathe?
respiratory
100
What is Ms. Raine's favorite color?
pink
200
Which is NOT part of the cell theory?
A. all cells come from existing cells
B. microscopic organisms are not made of cells
C. all living things are made of one or more cells
D. cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things
B. microscopic organisms are not made of cells
200
Which of these is NOT a function of the cell wall?
A. provides support
B. provides protection
C. transfers genetic material
C. transfers genetic material
200
Two or more organs working together form -
a system/organ system
200
The ___ and ___ systems work together to support the body and enable it to move.
skeletal and muscular
200
Choose one person from each team. Compete in a 1-time paper rock scissors. Last one standing wins
Last one standing wins
300
According to cell theory, all cells carry out the functions needed to sustain life. That means all cells must contain -
A. DNA
B. nucleus
C. cell walls
D. control center
A. DNA
300
This organelle is found in plant cells, contains a green pigment, and is the site of photosynthesis. This organelle is called -
chloroplast
300
Place the levels of organization in the correct order from smallest to largest.
1. Macromolecule
2. Tissue
3. Organ system
4. Organ
5. Cell
6. Organism
1, 5, 2, 4, 3, 6
macromolecule, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism
300
Signals in the muscles provide the brain with information about body position and movement. In this case, the muscular system is working with the -
nervous system
300
Choose one person from each team. Roll a die to determine the winner. Highest roll wins
Highest roll wins
400
When they were first discovered, animal cells were called -
animalcules
400
Which type of cell has a large, central vacuole that controls water pressure?
plant cell
400
Which of the following would best complete the table for Box 3?
A. two or more tissues working together to complete a function
B. a group of organs working together
C. atoms bonded together to make a new substance
D. many species living in one place
B. a group of organs working together
400
The image above shows a sheep brain, which is similar to a human brain. The brain is part of which body system?
nervous
400
Choose one person from each team. (Check responses for challenge)
Person with a birthday closest to today's date wins
500
Select all the statements that are part of the cell theory.
A. energy flow occurs within cells
B. the cell is the basic unit of life
C. all living things are made of cells
D. all cells arise only from pre-existing cells
E. DNA is passed between cells during cell division
B., C., and D.
500
Name at least 3 organelles that are found in BOTH plant and animal cells.
Nucleus, ribosomes, mitochondria, cell membrane, cytoplasm, vacuoles
500
Which statement best describes why each level of organization is important to the organism?
A. each level is required for all organisms to live and survive
B. all cells come from tissues, and tissues come from organs
C. each level can function independently from other levels
D. each level enables the system to function as a whole
D. each level enables the system to function as a whole
500
Which body system is important for mineral storage, allows support and structure, and provides a place for muscles to attach to?
skeletal
500
Choose one person from each team. (Check response for challenge)
Person with the longest hair wins!