Key terminology on cells and transport.
|
Cytoplasm |
The material within a living cell, excluding the nucleus is called cytoplasm.
*
|
|
Nucleus |
A chromosome is a thread-like structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.
*
|
|
Osmosis |
The movement of water across cell membranes down a concentration gradient.
*
|
|
Chloroplast |
Plant cells have green chloroplast.
*
|
|
Chlorophyll |
Chlorophyll is the substance inside plant cells that turn sunlight into carbohydrates.
*
|
|
Ribosome |
Where proteins are made in a cell.
*
|
|
Synthesis |
The synthesis of organic compounds by bacteria or other living organisms typically in the absence of sunlight.
*
|
|
mitochondria |
Mitochondria contain enzymes for energy production.
*
|
|
Vacuole |
Plant cells contain a vacuole.
*
|
|
Palisade |
The scientific term for a leaf cell.
*
|
* This sentence was added by a Spellzone user.
Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling games using the word list: B1 Cells and Transport
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Easter Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Print worksheets and activities: B1 Cells and Transport
Handwriting worksheets: B1 Cells and Transport
"I have just subscribed and look forward to continuing to use Spellzone. I have been really impressed with the program during the trial period and the students gave very positive feedback. Many thanks."
Teacher, International School, Geneva