The Architecture of Life · Life Science

Cell Structure and Function

Students identify the organelles of plant and animal cells and their specific roles in maintaining life.

Key Questions

  1. 1How is a cell like a miniature factory or a functioning city?
  2. 2What are the essential components that all living cells must share?
  3. 3How do specific organelles work together to process energy?

Common Core State Standards

MS-LS1-1MS-LS1-2
Grade: 7th Grade
Subject: Science
Unit: The Architecture of Life
Period: Life Science

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