The Living Cell · Life Science

Microscopic Foundations

An introduction to cell theory and the specialized organelles that allow cells to function as independent units.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the structure of an organelle determine its specific function?
  2. 2What would happen to an organism if its cells stopped reproducing?
  3. 3How do we know that all living things are made of cells if we cannot see them with the naked eye?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S8U01
Year: Year 8
Subject: Science
Unit: The Living Cell
Period: Life Science

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