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Lesson 59 of 84 ยท Cells

Experiment

Plant Cells vs Animal Cells (Part 4)

What You'll Learn

Mitosis is cell division that produces two identical daughter cells. It is how organisms grow, repair damaged tissue, and replace old cells.

Key Words

  • cell
  • nucleus
  • DNA

Materials Needed

  • iodine stain
  • paper
  • colored pencils
  • coins (for Punnett squares)
  • tape

Safety First

  • Keep small objects away from young children.
  • Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Look at the vocabulary words and write a definition for each in your own words.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Extract DNA from a strawberry using dish soap, salt, water, and rubbing alcohol. Observe the stringy white substanceโ€”that's DNA!

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Watch carefully for any changes and note the time.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Create a data table to organize your measurements.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Which structure is found in plant cells but not animal cells?

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