Comprehension Questions
Respond in writing to the questions, then compare and discuss your answers with someone else.
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines "factory" as
- a building or set of buildings with facilities for manufacturing
- the seat of some kind of production
What meaning do you think more closely overlaps with the way Aviv uses "factory" to define a cell?
Draw a simple sketch of some of the parts the students see in the cell when they put the onion specimen under the microscope.
What do plant cells use sunlight to do?
How does Raquel describe plants' use of sugars?
What are some differences between plant and animal cells? What are some similarities? Use complete sentences OR a Venn diagram to record your answers.
What's the difference between consumers and producers? How is that difference reflected on a cellular level?
