Year 8 Science – Cells & Digestive System Revision Pack

Front

Why are cells called the 'building blocks of life'?

Back

They make up both plants and animals

Front

Cells are the basic ________ of life.

Back

building blocks

Front

Both plant and animal cells have a _______ , cytoplasm, and cell membrane.

Back

nucleus

Front

Plant cells also have ________, a cell wall, and a large vacuole.

Back

chloroplasts

Front

The ________ controls cell activities.

Back

nucleus

Front

The mitochondria release energy and are the ________ of the cell.

Back

powerhouse

Front

The cell membrane controls ________/exit of substances.

Back

entry

Front

Light microscopes use ________ to magnify objects.

Back

lenses

Front

Specimens are often stained to make ________ visible.

Back

structures

Front

Always lower the coverslip slowly to avoid ________ bubbles.

Back

air