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Which subject	Science
What age group	Year or Grade 8
What topic	Cells
Number of slides	15
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Introduction to Cells

• Definition of a cell: The basic unit of life.
• Importance of cells in all living organisms.
• Overview of the types of cells: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic.

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History of Cell Discovery

• Early observations: Robert Hooke's discovery of cells in 1665.
• Contributions from scientists like Anton van Leeuwenhoek, Schleiden, and Schwann.
• The development of the cell theory in the 19th century.

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Types of Cells

• Prokaryotic Cells:

  • No nucleus: DNA is in the cytoplasm.
  • Examples: Bacteria and Archaea.

• Eukaryotic Cells:

  • Contains a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
  • Examples: Plant and animal cells.

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Structure of Eukaryotic Cells

• Key components include:
  • Nucleus
  • Cytoplasm
  • Cell membrane
  • Organelles (e.g., mitochondria, ribosomes)

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The Nucleus

• Function: Control center of the cell.
• Contains genetic material (DNA).
• Responsible for cell reproduction and protein synthesis.

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Cell Membrane

• Structure: Phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins.
• Function: Regulates what enters and exits the cell.
• Importance in maintaining homeostasis.

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Organelles Overview

• Definition: Specialized structures within cells performing distinct functions.
• Examples include:
  • Mitochondria: Energy production.
  • Ribosomes: Protein synthesis.
  • Endoplasmic reticulum: Protein and lipid synthesis.

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Mitochondria: The Powerhouse of the Cell

• Function: Generates ATP (energy currency of the cell).
• Structure: Double membrane with inner folds (cristae).
• Importance in cellular respiration.

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Ribosomes: Protein Factories

• Composition: Made of RNA and proteins.
• Location: Found in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum.
• Function: Synthesizes proteins from amino acids.

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Plant vs. Animal Cells

• Key differences:
  • Plant cells have a rigid cell wall, chloroplasts, and large vacuoles.
  • Animal cells lack cell walls and chloroplasts, contain smaller vacuoles.
• Importance of these structures in their respective functions.

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Cell Division: Mitosis and Meiosis

• Mitosis: Process of cell division producing two identical daughter cells.
• Meiosis: Division to produce gametes (sex cells) with half the number of chromosomes.
• Importance in growth, repair, and reproduction.

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The Cell Cycle

• Definition: Series of phases a cell goes through in its life.
• Phases include:
  • Interphase: Preparation for division.
  • Mitosis: Actual cell division.
  • Cytokinesis: Division of the cytoplasm.

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Cell Transport Mechanisms

• Types of transport:
  • Passive transport (Diffusion, Osmosis).
  • Active transport (Requires energy).
• Importance of transport in maintaining cellular function.

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Summary and Conclusion

• Recap of key points regarding cells and their functions.
• Importance of understanding cells in biology and science.
• Encouragement to explore more about the microscopic world.

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Q&A Session

• Invitation for questions from the audience.
• Encouragement to discuss further topics related to cells.

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The image of a historical diagram showing the structure of a cell, with labeled parts like nucleus, mitochondria, and cell membrane.

The image of a comparison chart showing differences between plant and animal cells side by side, highlighting the unique features of each.

The image of a colorful diagram illustrating the cell cycle with phases labeled and arrows indicating the flow from interphase to mitosis and cytokinesis.