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Aquapores allow water to travel through cell membranes while keeping other molecules out. The animation offers an up-close look at these parts of the cell membrane. It explores multiple vantage points and shows the importance of these parts.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Display on a large screen for the entire class to see as you discuss the parts and what they observe
- Remind pupils the hydrogen atoms aren't displayed, though they would normally be there
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of cell membranes
Pros
- Translates into four languages
- Allows for exploration of the models throughout
Cons
- None