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SCI 220: The Incredible Living Machine: The Human Body: Week 3 - 5 Cell Biology

Cell Biology Overview

In this topic, students will learn about the structure and functions of animal cells. Students will be able to:

  • Identify all the components of the cell ad their functions.
  • Explain the Endosymbiotic Theory.
  • Understand the purpose of cell division and all the steps a cell undergoes during reproduction.
  • Explain the difference between mitosis and meiosis.
  • List the 7 types of epithelial tissue found in the body and identify the organs lines with each.
  • Discuss the different types of connective tissue and the various functions they serve.
  • Understand why blood is a type of connective tissue.
  • Describe the structure and purpose of bones.
  • Explain the difference between the 3 different muscular tissues.
  • Describe the structure and function of a neuron and neuroglia.