Experiment 1: Cell Structure and Function
The structure of a cell dictates the majority of its function. You will view a selection of slides that exhibit unique structures that contribute to tissues function.
Materials:
Onion (allium) Root Digital Slide Images
Procedure
- Examine the onion root tip digital slide images on the following pages. Then, respond to the Post-Lab Questions.
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Onion Root Tip: 100X
Onion Root Tip: 100X. Each dark circle indicates a different nucleus.
Onion Root Tip: 1000X
Onion Root Tip: 1000X
Onion Root Tip: 1000X
Post-Lab Questions
1. Label each of the arrows in the following slide images:
2. What is the difference between the rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
3. Would an animal cell be able to survive without a mitochondria? Why or why not?
4. What is the function of a lysosome?