This resource provides a detailed diagram of animal, bacterial and plant cells and viral structure. Also included are detailed drawings, with definitions, of each of the cellular organelles.

This lesson explains the difference between Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic cells. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Eukaryotic vs. Prokaryotic Cells."

Describes plant cells and the structure and function of their different parts.

This site features a clear picture of the plant cell with a concise explanation of its key parts and their functions.

Through full-color images and concise information, learn about the origin of cells. Discover some of the notable studies surrounding the history of life on Earth.

An interactive plant cell that presents labels and definitions of the different cell parts when selected.

36-page tutorial takes a look at the organization of living cells.

Use this site for lots of different ideas on how to make a model of a neuron.

Description of organelles. Links will take you to a glossary with pictures for many of the definitions. Ends with a quiz linked to answers.

This interactive resource provides a large clickable-map graphic of a plant cell. Simply click on the cell part and you are provided with a thorough explanation of nucleus or organelle.

Imagine having a microscopic camera so small that you could travel inside a cell. This interactive site allows you to do just that. Click on any one of eight individual parts of the cell--cell membrane, nucleus, DNA, RNA, ribosome,...

Self-guided learning activity where students learn about cell structure and function, different types of tissues, and various kinds of membranes in the body. There is a short quiz at the end of the lesson to check for understanding.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn about the evolution of eukaryotes which is explained by the endosymbiotic theory.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the structure and function of the nucleus.

A good description of the structure and function of the nucleus.

Discover the structure and function of the nucleus of the cell.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the structure and function of the nucleus.

A slide-show presentation illustrating the differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.

Describes the three types of plant cells and their differences, and the structures within a plant cell and their functions.

The parts of an animal cell are presented with descriptions of each of its organelles.

Discussion in detail of the structure and function of the nucleus and ribosomes of a cell and how they work together in the production of proteins.

An article reviewing the structure of eukaryotic cells. Learn how the cells have a nucleus, organelles, and chromosomes.

Take this ten-question review quiz over the nucleus of a cell. Read more about each question after an incorrect answer is given.

Cells are almost like tiny factories run by robots, with the nucleus, DNA, proteins, lipids, and vitamins and minerals all playing critical roles. George Zaidan and Charles Morton lay out the blueprint of a cell and explain how...