Energize the cells of young biologists with an edible life science activity. Engaging students in exploring the inner workings of plant and animal cells, this activity involves using colored jello and various sweet and...

Molecules to the Max! refers to a movie released in 2009 about the world of atoms and molecules. A helpful discovery guide provides five posters on science topics typically covered at the middle school level. It also explains the...

Cyanide, a coordination compound, is used in the extraction of gold and silver. Part 24 in the series of 36 delves into the world of coordination compounds. Classes learn, through readings, discussions, and answering questions, how to...

Young scientists learn about plate tectonics and the three different types of faults (normal, reverse, and strike-slip) using foam models. The activity also covers common types of locations where these faults are found.

Site highlights the various features of an animal cell. Presents users with a colorful diagram depicting the anatomy of the animal cell. Provides links to obtain more detailed information about the various components found in animal cells.

Explains how an animal cell differs from a plant cell and describes the many parts of an animal cell and their functions.

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

Presents labeled illustrations of a plant cell and an animal cell which demonstrate the parts that are common and different. Next is a table listing cell organelles and stating whether each is present or absent in a plant or animal cell....

Follow this link to a clearly labeled diagram of an animal cell. Includes written descriptions of all the parts of the cell.

Students can learn about the location and the function of the major organelles in plant and animal cells. Resource includes descriptions of the functions of cell parts as well as a diagram of the two cell types.

Find out about the basics of plant and animal cells with this comparison chart. Then read the article, study the diagrams, and watch the video to dig a little deeper into the topic.

Presents labeled illustrations of a plant cell and an animal cell which demonstrate the parts that are common and different. This is followed by a discussion of their similarities and then of their differences.

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

Learn about the endosymbiotic theory. This theory explains the evolution of cells from a mitochondria and chloroplast working together in a symbiotic relationship to the current cell structure.

This 11-page Biology course handout gives a detailed explanation of cell structure, supplemented by many illustrations.

In story form, this site examines the similarities and differences among bacteria, plant cells, and animal cells. Drawings supplement the text for clarity purposes.

Explains the differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells and presents a diverse set of facts about animal cells.

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.

BioAnin presents 3-D labeled images of all of the major systems of the human body, for example, the digestive system and the endocrine system. The images are embedded in slideshows. The site also has interactive 3-D models that can be...

Informational, illustrated site covers the basics of cell structures and various cell types.

Reference information about the study of cells. Includes a chart comparing plant and animal cells and one examining the structure of a cell.

Want to learn more about osmosis in the animal cell? This website includes a variety of resources for you to investigate active transport, osmoregulation, and dialysis. Resources includes reference information, diagrams, and lab experiment.

Explains how plant and animal cells are different and describes the organelles in a plant cell.

A frames page that gives the background to understand the way cells communicate (nerve cells). Each topic in the left frame triggers a tutorial on the right. Most have graphics or animated gifs to teach the material. Good background to...