What Is A Cell Made Up Of ?What Is The Structural Organization Of A Cell?
Chapter Name : The Fundamental Unit Of Life |
Sub Topic Code : 103_09_05_02_10 |
Topic Name : What Is A Cell Made Up Of ?What Is The Structural Organization Of A Cell? |
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Sub Topic Name : Plastids |
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Introduction
Plastids are present in plant cells in two types (chromoplasts and leucoplasts).
Pre-Requisites:
Every cell organelle are important performing specific functions.
Activity:
With the help of microscope, view the mounted cells to identify the plastids
Real Life Question:
Where are the materials stored in a plant cell?, Which part of plant cell is involved in photosynthesis?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Chromoplasts | Coloured plastids |
| Leucoplasts | White or colourless plastids |
| Chloroplasts | Plastids containing the pigment chlorophyll |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Microscope | Identify the plastids |
Places to visit :
Biology Laboratory
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
Types of Plastids and their role in the functioning of cell.
What you learn in Practice:
What does it look like?