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What are cells like?

Based on your observations of cells through a microscope, list 4 words that describe what it might be like inside
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What do scientists at Harvard think its like when visiting a cell? Write down your own impressions as you
watch their research-based animation, then list all that your group thought of and discuss.












What does Bill Bryson, a notable writer think cells are like? Read an excerpt from his book A Short History of
Nearly Everything and list descriptions that stood out to you.










How do Bryson and Harvards portrayals compare to each other?





How do their portrayals of the inner lives of cells compare to your own impressions from observing them under
the microscope? What could account for the differences?