Under the Microscope Assessment

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What is the main difference between human and plant cells at a microscopic scale?

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Human and plant cells are different shapes and sizes.

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How do the cells of human organs differ from each other at a microscopic scale?

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The cells of human organs have different shapes and sizes and have different specialist roles.

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What evidence can doctors use from cells to determine why a patient is sick?

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Doctors can find fungi, parasites, or unicellular organisms like bacteria in a sample, which would look different from the patient's cells.

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What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?

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Lysosomes break down cellular waste and recycle old parts.

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How do living things differ from nonliving things at a microscopic scale?

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Only living things are made up of cells, but both living and nonliving things have structures that can only be seen with a microscope.

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What are cells?

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Cells are the basic building blocks of all living organisms.

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What is the role of a lysosome in a cell?

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Lysosomes digest and break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the difference between unicellular and multicellular organisms?

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Unicellular organisms consist of a single cell, while multicellular organisms are made up of many cells.

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What is a microscope used for?

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A microscope is used to magnify small objects, allowing us to see cells and microorganisms.

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What are the main components of a cell?

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The main components of a cell include the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and organelles.