10/26

This week, we discussed the basic properties of cells. We did a math investigation to determine how changes in cell size (surface area and volume) affect the health of a cell. We also had the chance to view cheek and onion cells in the microscope, and we discussed the similarities and differences between plant and animal cell organelles. Next week we will be doing a "cell analogy" project in order to help us review the many cell organelles that we have learned about. We will be having a cell "structure and function" quiz on Thursday, so be prepared!