SLT 1 Video: Revise the parts of the light microscope and how to calculate the magnification of your images (7 mins)
SLT 1: I can describe the functions of cell structures in animal and plant cells.
SLT 1 Song: Revise the structures inside a cell (3 mins)
SLT 1: I can describe the functions of cell structures in animal and plant cells.
SLT 2 Video: Revise specialised cells (3 mins)
SLT 2: I can explain how specialised cells are adapted for their functions.
SLT 3 Video: Revise organisational hierarchy in organisms (3 mins)
SLT 3: I can explain how multicellular organisms need organ systems to keep their cells alive.
BBC Bitesize KS3 website: Cells to Systems
This is really good for general revision throughout this case study. It also has little tests and glossaries to help you assess yourself.
Video down the microscope: Hay infusion
During our Expert visit from Mr Green, who has a degree in Microbiology from the University of Huddersfield, we used a hay infusion to make slides of living organisms such as algae and paramecium. What can you spot in this video down the microscope?