Biology

Bring cell biology to life! Use this large, interactive magnetic model to build a fluid model of the cell membrane and cell structure and to help students visualize the dynamic processes that breathe life into cells. Simply interchange key pieces of ...

Ouch! How does a nerve impulse travel from the injury site to the brain until you feel the pain? This eye-catching poster traces the path of a nerve impulse as it is propagated from the first depolarized nerve-cell membrane and ultimately to the brai...

Capture electron transfer during photosynthesis—as well as student interest—using a redox indicator. Photosynthesis is the process that traps the energy from sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water to glucose and oxygen, as well as ATP. In this ...

It's the most fundamental comparison in biology-plants versus animals. In this two-part activity, students will identify and label the parts of both animal and plant cells to better understand their function and variance between the two types of cell...

Students design their own cell, gather internal cell structure materials, and then use an exclusive polymer to mold their own unique 3-D model of a cell. Flinn Cellgel™ is an easy melt-and-pour polymer that sets up as a “permanent,” clear gelatin. It...

Students design their own cell, gather internal cell structure materials, and then use an exclusive polymer to mold their own unique 3-D model of a cell. Flinn Cellgel™ is an easy melt-and-pour polymer that sets up as a “permanent,” clear gelatin. It...

A cell membrane’s ability to adjust to varying conditions is truly remarkable! Is there a limit to the amount of stress cell’s plasma membrane experiences before the cell becomes vulnerable? Students explore potential membrane damage by exposing beet...

Observe live, functioning mitochondria-right before your eyes! Typical staining procedures destroy functioning organelles. However, using the specialized stain included in this kit allows students to vividly see mitochondria breaking down sugar. Colo...

Introduce your students to subcellular components. The first activity involves students in the microscopic examination of organelles in plant cells. In the second experiment students simulate the function of an organelle and organelle membrane with r...

Looking for a “Wow” from your students? The model organism Saccharomyces cerevisiae provides the drama in this study of the permeability of yeast cells and the function of the cell membrane. Using an indicator to observe which substances the cell mem...

Help your students visualize the 3-D anatomy of plant and animal cells with this colorful student-sized study chart. All of the major cell parts are graphically illustrated and clearly labeled. A generalized animal cell with its detailed anatomy is s...

Most students are aware that plant and animal cells are different, but how are they different? In this activity, written in the form of a mystery, students must apply their knowledge of cell structure and organelles to identify four unknown prepared ...

This engaging model brings the Fluid Mosaic membrane model out of the textbook and into the classroom! Students can easily view the molecular structure of the phospholipid molecules, as well as the structure of the membrane as a whole. Rock the model...

Despite their role in common infections, viruses appear to be alien life forms, with cage-like, helical, and spaceship-like shapes. Explore the biological niche of viruses by building model viruses and investigating their biochemical make-up. Student...