Cell homework

Students describe how the breakdown of fats and proteins produced molecules that can "take cuts" into the steps of cellular respiration. Students choose whether to track their own diet and calculate calories consumed, or read one of two books that do a good job of relating cell biology to human health - Ultrametabolism or Ultraprevention.

Most of the cell’s constant work of keeping alive is performed in the cytoplasm. Special structures, called organelles, within the cytoplasm perform specific functions. For example, some organelles make important substances called proteins. Cells use proteins in most of their chemical processes.

MICROBIOLOGY Students identify and describe the selective and differential aspects of of two types of specialized growth media from photos. Highlights the relationship between differential bacterial growth media and microbial metabolism. This same homework assignment is also listed below under Differential & Selective Bacterial Growth Media.

Regardless of its shape and size, every cell can perform certain functions on its own. A cell can digest nutrients to provide its own energy. It can also produce new cells by making copies of itself. Most cells do this by dividing. In organisms with many cells, each cell must also cooperate with other cells.