Cells are made up of different organelles, which control different functions of the cells. To maintain life, cells must divide. Dividing cells are found in growth areas. One form of division is called Mitosis. The basic unit of life is the cell.
Cells contain a set of structures called organelles that control the various functions of the cell.
Before entering the SarLab, a quick review of the parts of the cell that the students are expected to know will be addressed. Hand out a review sheet with examples of each part of the cell that will be addressed and let the students review, with help, for 2-3 minutes. Explain that once inside the StarLab that they will be able to experience what it would be like to be inside a cell. After all the students are seated, explain that we will be reviewing the parts of the cell. After eye adjustment time, slowly turn on the Biological Cell cylinder.