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Cell Quest

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COMBINED RATING

3.7 Stars

TEACHERS (10)

3.8

STUDENTS (2178)

3.6

LENGTH

10 Minutes

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iPad Support

Spanish Language Support

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Description

Join Celli, a curious and eager cell, in "Cell Quest"! In this captivating game, kids explore diverse environments where cells can be found, discovering and mapping out their structures along the way. Following Celli’s journey, players will learn about cell theory in an interactive and memorable way. With exciting exploration, challenging tasks, and supportive teacher resources, this game transforms learning about cells into a thrilling adventure!

Vocabulary Words

cell theory

cells

multicellular organisms

single-celled organism

eukaryotic

prokaryotic

nucleus

tissues

organs

Instructions

Play through this interactive game to learn about Cells and Life. Suitable for Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8.

Main Concepts

Prokaryotic cells lack a defined nucleus.

All cells carry out similar life functions.

Eukaryotic cells have a defined nucleus.

According to cell theory, cells are the smallest units of living things that can perform the processes necessary for life.

A cell is the most basic unit of a living organism.

Responding to stimuli is a life function of a cell.

Gas exchange is a life function of an organism.

Bacteria, archaea, and most protists are examples of single-celled organisms.

Maintaining physical protection is a life function of a cell.

The development of cell theory has been dependent on advancements in microscope technologies and techniques in the past four hundred years.

Reproduction is a life function of a cell.

Obtaining and processing nutrients for growth is a life function of a cell.

Gas exchange is a life function of a cell.

Multicellular organisms contain more than one cell.

Removal of wastes is a life function of a cell.

Multicellular organisms exhibit a hierarchy of cellular organization to carry out life processes.

Single-celled organisms are composed of one cell.

All living organisms contain one or more cells.

According to cell theory, living cells can come only from other living cells.

Plants and animals are examples of multicellular organisms.

Discussion Questions

Before the Game

What is the smallest part of all living things? What do you know about cells and why they are important?

After the Game

What does the Cell Theory state about cells? What is the difference between unicellular organisms and multicellular organisms? What are three ways you can use to determine if a cell is prokaryotic or eukaryotic? What are the levels of cellular organization, beginning with cells and ending with a complete organism? What are three functions that all living things have to perform to maintain homeostasis?

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