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The Virtual Cell: Cell Biology
In this interactive site, you are presented with a picture of a cell and a description of the structure and function of the parts of the cell. Pictures are colorful and the explanations are short but informative.
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3 D Cells
A brief animation and a more detailed navigation of a cell and it's structure can be found here. Each part is labeled and some are animated.
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The World of Cells: Golgi Apparatus
A very brief explanation of the structure and function of this organelle.
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University of Washington: Neurons
Very strong introduction to neurons, and then a fair amount of information on their structure and function.
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University of Washington: Neurons
Very strong introduction to neurons, and then a fair amount of information on their structure and function.
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University of Washington: Neurons
Very strong introduction to neurons, and then a fair amount of information on their structure and function.
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The World of Cells: Mitochondria
Check this out if you want only the basic information on structure and function of mitochondria. It is accurate, but not too detailed.
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Micscape Article: Paramecium
Excellent article on a unicelluar organism, the paramecium. Includes details on its environment, paramecium types, and environmental importance.
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Micscape Article: Paramecium
Excellent article on a unicelluar organism, the paramecium. Includes details on its environment, paramecium types, and environmental importance.
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Hanover College: Neural Structure Quiz
Excellent site to review what you know. You're given a labeled diagram of a neuron and you must identify the parts. Good Luck!
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York University: Neuron Graphic
York University provides a graphic which depicts the general structure of the neruron.
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York University: Neural Signal Transmission
Site with a graphic that shows the transmission of a nerve signal during the action potential phase of communication.