3. Cells Alive Flashcards
Name the part shown and its function
Stage
Where slide is placed
Name the part shown
Base
Supports the microscope
Name the part shown
Ocular (eyepiece) lens
Provides initial magnification
Name the part shown
Light source
Shines light through the sample
Name the part shown
Fine focus knob
Name the part shown
Coarse focus knob
Moves the stage to allow slide to come into focus
Name the part shown
Arm
Used to carry microscope
Name the part shown
Body tube
Name the part shown
Objective lens
Name the part shown
Stage clips
Hold the slide in position
Name the part shown
Diaphragm
Adjusts amount of light
Name the part shown
Revolving nosepiece
Allows lenses to be changed
How is an onion cell slide prepared?

What chemical do we use to stain an onion cell?
Iodine
Helps support the cell
Controls cell activities
Controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell
Place where chemical reactions occur
Powerhouses where energy is produced
Absorb light energy for photosynthesis
Contains sap to help keep cell’s shape
What happens during “ovulation”?
What happens after “ejaculation”?
What happens during “fertilisation”?
What happens durinmg “division”?
What happens during “implantation”?
Steps in fertilisation
What name do we give to cell division?
Mitosis
Life in the womb
What do we call a fertilised cell?
Zygote
What name do we give to the ball of cells that a zygote develops into?
Embryo
What name do we give to the developing baby when it starts to develop heartbeat?
Foetus