Characteristics of Cells

• ECQs = Essential Concepts and Questions• Cornell Notes

Cells ECQs19

Questions: Answers:

Cell ECQs (IP-19)Write these questions in the left section

1.Define cell and give two examples of cells.2.State the three parts of the cell theory.3.Describe the four items all cells have.

ECQ Answers

•Answer the questions in complete sentences on the right

•Number each answer

Introduction to Cells

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Vocab: Summary:

Essential Question•Explain the cell theory and the basic structures in a cell.

I. Cell – the smallest structural and functional unit of living things.

II. Cell Theory:A. All organisms are made up of one or more cells.

II. Cell Theory:A.All organisms are made up of one or more cells.

B.The cell is the basic unit of life

II. Cell Theory:A.All organisms are made up of one or more cells.B.The cell is the basic unit of life

C.All cells come from existing cells.

STOP…• At your table create 2 questions. •Choose 2 of the following

question words (NO REPEATING):–Define.–How?–Explain.–Describe.–Name.

III. Every cell has:A. Genetic material (DNA) – the

information that determines traits that the living thing inherits

B. Cell Membrane – surrounds and protects the cells

C. Cytoplasm – fluid inside the cell

D. Organelles – structures in the cytoplasm that have specific functions

STOP…• At your table create 2 questions. •Choose 2 of the following

question words (NO REPEATING):–State.–Why?–Explain.–Describe.–Name.

Vocabulary:• In the bottom left corner, write the

vocabulary terms that we defined in these notes.

Summary:• Summarize your notes in 3 sentences

by answering the essential question

• Remember to number and highlight the periods.

Revisions:• Go back through your notes and:

1. Circle vocabulary terms (you can do this with a highlighter if you want)

2. Underline or highlight main ideas3. Put stars next to anything I say will

be on the test4. Add additional notes in a different

pen