Structure and function of cells

All living things are made of cells. They are the basic building blocks of life. Use this resource to learn about what cells are made of, how materials are transported in and out of cells, and how they grow and divide.

Overview

• Cell theory – what is cell theory and how are cells classified?
• Organelles and their functions – what organelles are found within animal and plant cells and what are their functions?
• The cell membrane – how is the cell membrane structured and how are materials transported between the inside and outside of a cell?
• Surface area to volume ratio – why is surface area to volume ratio important?
• The cell cycle – how do cells grow and divide?