Cell Image Investigation Sheet

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Part 1: Five-Station Investigation

At each station, observe the image carefully. Record what you can see, infer the likely cell type, and support your decision with evidence. Add a small labelled sketch.

Station

What I can see

Likely cell type

Visible structures

Evidence for my decision

Labelled sketch

Observations:

Plant / Animal / Uncertain:

Structures:

Evidence:

Observations:

Plant / Animal / Uncertain:

Structures:

Evidence:

Observations:

Plant / Animal / Uncertain:

Structures:

Evidence:

Observations:

Plant / Animal / Uncertain:

Structures:

Evidence:

Observations:

Plant / Animal / Uncertain:

Structures:

Evidence:

Part 2: Scientific Language and Exit Question

Word bank: cell wall · cell membrane · cytoplasm · nucleus · vacuole · chloroplast · plant · animal · magnification · evidence

Sentence starters

Observation: I can see ________________________________________________.

Inference: This suggests the cell is a __________________ cell because ________________________________.

Evidence: My strongest evidence is ________________________________________________.

6. Name two features that distinguish plant cells from animal cells. Then explain how one feature helps you decide.

7. How can magnification change what you see in a cell image?

Cell Image Investigation Sheet

Cell Image Investigation Sheet

Part 1: Five-Station Investigation

Part 2: Scientific Language and Exit Question

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