This site has information on how facilitated diffusion of ions takes place through proteins, or assemblies of proteins, embedded in the plasma membrane. Includes a helpful diagram.

This lesson will discuss the structure and function of the cell membrane. It is 5 of 6 in the series titled "Cell Membrane."

This lesson will discuss the structure and function of the cell membrane. It is 6 of 6 in the series titled "Cell Membrane."

This is a basic description of the structure of cell membranes. Site provides colorful pictures of each membrane.

This is a basic description of the structure of cell membranes. Site provides colorful pictures of each membrane.

Explanation of the different ways the chemicals or medicines may enter the body through cell membranes.

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

Carrier proteins and channel proteins are both involved in cell transport across the plasma membrane. Their functions, similarities, and differences are described in this resource. Includes examples for active, facilitated, and passive...

This is a basic description of the structure of cell membranes. Site provides colorful pictures of each membrane.

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 module focuses on cell structure and how the organelles function together to form the smallest unit of life. The cell theory is also discussed along with the basics features of the cell. Site also includes an interactive practice...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Online activity summarizes the cell theory, describes four parts all cells have in common, and the importance of the work of Robert Hooke and Anton van Leeuwenhoek.

This is a thorough site which contains a glossary of plant/animal cell anatomy terms. Diagrams of both cells are included along with worksheets to label.

An in-depth discussion of the different parts of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells as well as a thorough explanation of organelles within the cell. The text is better suited to high school and middle school. However, there is a picture of...

Practice for the MCAT with these questions about Cystic Fibrosis.

Students will be able to identify two ways that molecules and ions cross the plasma membrane.

How do proteins move to the Golgi Complex? What types of secretion are controlled by the Golgi complex? How does Golgi complex regulate the insertion of plasma membrane proteins? Can proteins be transported back to the rough endoplasmic...

This tutorial compares prokaryotic and eukaryotic cellular organization and contrasts cells with viruses. Includes a practice quiz to test your knowledge.

This resource is a cellular biology course site with clickable list that provides electron micrographs of various cell organelles and the like.

Teacher lesson plan on cell organelles description and function using advertising.

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.

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.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes four parts all cells have in common.

Interactive illustration displays the organelles of an animal cell and their functions.