1. Cell
The cell is the basic structural and functional unit of life.
All living organisms are composed of one or more cells that
carry out essential life processes.
2. Discovery of Cell
The cell was first discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665 while
examining a thin slice of cork under a microscope.
3. Types of Cells
- Prokaryotic cells
- Eukaryotic cells
- Plant cells
- Animal cells
4. Cell Organelles
Cell organelles are specialized structures within a cell that
perform specific functions essential for cell survival.
- Nucleus – controls cell activities
- Mitochondria – powerhouse of the cell
- Endoplasmic reticulum – protein and lipid synthesis
- Golgi apparatus – packaging and transport
- Lysosomes – intracellular digestion
5. Functions of Cell
- Metabolism
- Growth and reproduction
- Response to stimuli
- Energy production