Cells are in all living things and are the basic building blocks of life. There are billions upon billions of cells in each living organisms. Inside cells are tinier cells called organelles. Organelles are the things that make a cell function, similar to a cell phone. A cell phone has many parts in it, which help it function. Different organelles each have their own function. For example, mitochondria help power the cell and keep it alive, and is responsible for basic cell activities.
SP6: Constructing Explanations:
This week, I reviewed the topic of cells, organelles, and atoms. I also started the "Cell Wars" Project. The first work sheet I had was finding the "odd one out" for two lists. I was given two sets of lists of items, and I was supposed to find the item that did not fit in each list. I found out that list A had items made of cells and list B had items made up of atoms (with no cells). After solving the problem, I had to explain which was bigger; an atom or a cell. I said that a cell was bigger because everything is made of atoms, including cells. Since cells are made of millions upon millions of atoms, a cell is definitely bigger than an atom.
XCC: Systems and System Models:
One thing I noticed when studying cells and organelles, I found out that there was a system with cells and organelles. The system I found was the cell and the system parts were the organelles. I saw that organelles work together to create a functioning cell. For example, the mitochondria provides energy for the cell, and allows other organelles in the cell to function. Also, the nucleus, powered by mitochondria, controls cell activity. This example proves that without one organelle, the cell would die out. Another thing to point out is that this cell system can work with other cell systems to create tissues, organs, and organisms.
Multiplier:
This week, I was a Wanderer (Active Contributor). This is because I was always trying to find information on cells or the topic. Although I wasn't as dedicated as a Creator (Dynamic Contributor), I still always tried to find information on the topic and share it with my team/table.
