Cell Biology

1 Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes Compare the key features of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, including scale and size. Spec 4.1.1.1 2 Animal and Plant Cells Describe the sub-cellular structures of animal and plant cells and relate structure to function. Spec 4.1.1.2 3 Cell Specialisation and Differentiation Explain how and why cells become specialised, with examples from animals and plants. Spec 4.1.1.3 4 Microscopy Compare light and electron microscopes, and carry out magnification calculations. Spec 4.1.1.5 5 Chromosomes, the Cell Cycle and Mitosis Describe chromosomes, the stages of the cell cycle and the process and purpose of mitosis. Spec 4.1.2.1 6 Stem Cells Describe the properties and uses of stem cells, including embryonic, adult and plant meristem cells. Spec 4.1.2.3 7 Diffusion, Osmosis and Active Transport Describe and compare the three ways substances move into and out of cells. Spec 4.1.3 8 Culturing Microorganisms Describe how bacteria are cultured in the laboratory and how to prevent contamination. Spec 4.1.2