Cell Structures and Function by https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc Ivan Z and Sakura K, 2-4 en-us 2018-10-28 23:25:30 UTC 2025-11-14 03:06:06 UTC hello@padlet.com Cell Wall Function ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297824821 The cell wall supports and protects the cell and its contents. This creates structure for the cell while still permitting substances and materials to pass in and out. The cell wall is only found in plants cells. ]]> 2018-10-28 23:29:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297824821 Our Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297825445 Our analogy for the cell and it's respective structures and functions is a tea-making vending machine. We chose this because it challenged us to look at this assignment with a more unique perspective. With this complex idea, we got the chance to thoroughly investigate the structure and functions of the cell.]]> 2018-10-28 23:34:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297825445 Plasma Membrane Function ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297826464 The plasma membrane separates the insides of the cell from the encompassing environment by acting as a boundary. This boundary manages the molecule passages in and out of the cell. The plasma membrane is found in both the plant and animal cell. ]]> 2018-10-28 23:43:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297826464 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297827216 The exit panel of the vending machine acts as a barrier that separates the inside contents of the machine from its external surroundings.  By acting as a boundary, the panel can regulate the passageway of products out of the machine. 

Although the structure of an exit panel doesn't replicate the shape of the plasma membrane, the functions of the two entities are analogous. They both act as a boundary separating the inside environment from it's surroundings and regulate the passing of substances through them. ]]> 2018-10-28 23:49:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297827216 Nucleus Function ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297828359 The nucleus stores the genetic material and information for the cell. The process of synthesizing DNA and RNA also occurs within this organelle. The nucleus is found in both plant cells and animal cells. ]]> 2018-10-28 23:57:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297828359 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297828647 The tea-making vending machine's algorithm stores all the computer data necessary for the mechanism to function. This stored information allows the vending machine to follow a set procedure to properly prepare and distribute tea from the machine.  

We chose the algorithm of our vending machine as our analogy because it holds the instructions for the machine functions.  We thought this was comparable to how the nucleus stores genetic material and information. Just like how stored data of an algorithm determines the function of the vending machine, DNA within the nucleus can control the characteristics and metabolic activities of the cell.     ]]> 2018-10-29 00:00:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297828647 Analogy sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297829642 The number and letter pad of a vending machine is used to identify the chosen tea for the customer. The establishment of the specific tea will provide prompt for further action on a separate touchscreen. This process acts as the building blocks for the subsequent complex instructions.

We chose this analogy because the first steps taken in the process of ordering one's tea is similar to the formation of subunits in ribosomes. The initial steps of using the keypad to identify your tea helps trigger further prompt of instructions that will actually initiate the making of the tea. This replicates the action of the nucleoli forming the initial subunits of ribosomes that will come together to actually synthesize the proteins.  The processes held by the two mechanisms are quite parallel and both lead to subsequent steps for their processes. ]]> 2018-10-29 00:08:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/297829642 Necleoli Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298720602 The nucleolus produces a different type of RNA.  This type of RNA is called ribosomal RNA or rRNA. The nucleoli then provides an area for the rRNA to join with proteins to form subunits of ribosomes. Nucleoli are found in both the plant and animal cell.]]> 2018-10-30 19:30:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298720602 Ribosome Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298722820 The ribosome subunits mentioned in the previous column pairs up to form a full ribosome. These ribosomes synthesize proteins using messenger RNA as a template. The location of the synthesis, either along the walls of the endoplasmic reticulum or somewhere in the cell’s cytoplasm, determine the destination of the proteins. Both plant and animals cells contain ribosomes. ]]> 2018-10-30 19:35:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298722820 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298724250 Before the preparation of the tea begins, specific options for preferences can be chosen on a touchscreen. These preferences will be customized to customer interest and also provides options such as quantity of sugar, cream or the amount of servings desired. As these options are filled and completed they will assist the machine in putting together the correct components of the tea. Finally, it begins to makes it way through the machine. 

This analogy can be used for ribosomes because it functions in a similar way.  Although the concept may seem quite abstract, both ribosomes and the information collected from the touchscreen questions are essential in the proper synthesis of components.  The main difference is that ribosomes are synthesizing proteins while the touchscreen options are helping to synthesize tea components.  ]]> 2018-10-30 19:38:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298724250 ER Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298729788 The ER has a few functions.  Proteins are synthesized by the ribosomes that stud the walls of the endoplasmic reticulum.  While that is occurring, the interior walls of the ER begin to process and modify the proteins along with other substances in the area.  It is a very important job as proper folding and processing of proteins are essential in maintaining the functions of the cell.  ER plays a role in transportation as well.  The distribution of proteins in this space are dependant on the vesicle formation of the ER.  Proteins synthesized in the endoplasmic reticulum are meant for the membrane of the cell or to be secreted from the cell.  The endoplasmic reticulum is found in animal and plant cells. ]]> 2018-10-30 19:50:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298729788 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298729849 Multiple pathways exist to hold and transfer all tea components from their separate compartments towards a single cup of tea. These pathways converges throughout the procedures of building the tea.  For the duration of these pathways, the tea will undergo many different processes. They include the combining of components and filtering to separate materials.

We chose these pathways as our analogy because they loosely represent the shape of the endoplasmic reticulum and share many similar functions. Both entities are able to transport materials through their interiors.  The ER also transports and distributes substances through vesicle formations, while the pathways of our vending machine follow a similar process with the usage of tea bags and cups.  Just as proteins are synthesized, modified and processed in the ER, the pathways of the vending machine will be the areas where the tea components will come together and be altered correctly to the customer's preference.    

]]> 2018-10-30 19:50:38 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298729849 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298735500 The initial area of the pathway features the tea bag and the hot water components of the product.  This area of the pathway is in charge of combining specific quantities of the correctly chosen tea with the hot water.  The tea bag and the leaves will be filtered out again before the liquid leaves this area.   

We chose this procedure as our analogy because it mimics the processes of the rough endoplasmic reticulum. As proteins pass through the rough ER, ribosomes synthesize the proteins as they are modified and processed according to their predetermined outcome. The initial process of the tea vending machine's pathway combines the main components of the tea product according to the preferences of the customer collected from the touchscreen options. Both the ribosomes and the touchscreen options are essential in producing the proper product. Our analogies of ribosomes and the rough ER work together just as the real organelles do in the cell. ]]> 2018-10-30 20:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298735500 Rough ER Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298738619 The rough ER plays a very important role of the functions in the whole endoplasmic reticulum.  This area of the endoplasmic reticulum is characterized as rough because it is studded with ribosomes on the wall that is facing the cytoplasm.  These ribosomes synthesize proteins while the rough ER contributes to folding, processing, modification and transport of the proteins.  These proteins will be sent to the cell membrane or will be secreted from the cell. ]]> 2018-10-30 20:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298738619 Smooth ER Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298742123 The smooth ER maintains various specialized functions. Although the smooth ER does not have attached ribosomes, in some cells it still functions to synthesize the phospholipids found in the cell membrane. Other specialized functions of the smooth ER are producing testosterone in the testes, detoxifying drugs in the liver, and storing calcium ions in the muscle cells. Putting aside any specialized functions, smooth ER also plays an important role in transporting proteins.  Vesicles are formed from the ER bringing products to the Golgi apparatus, distributing the proteins to their proper areas.  ]]> 2018-10-30 20:23:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298742123 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298744360 The second half of the pathway functions to facilitate special additions of sugar, cream, milk and other preferences.  These additions are unique to each tea and customer preferences.  As the tea comes to the end of the pathway, it is released into a cup that will eventually be used to deliver the product for the customer. 

The second half of the pathway through the machine demonstrates similar processes to that of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum.  As the smooth ER is in charge of various specialized metabolic functions, this area of the pathway is in charge of various special additions that are essential to the final result of the tea.  The last process of the pathway is eerily similar to the smooth ER function.  After exiting the ER, the proteins are sent to the Golgi apparatus through vesicle formation of the smooth ER.  The pathway replicates this process by releasing tea into cups, which is our analogy for vesicles.  This tea cup will undergo one last final packaging procedure before being distributed.  Our analogies for the smooth ER, vesicles and vacuoles and the Golgi apparatus work together just as they do in the cell.     ]]> 2018-10-30 20:30:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/298744360 Golgi Apparatus Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299237350 The Golgi apparatus accepts vesicles filled with materials, such as proteins and lipids, from the endoplasmic reticulum. As these materials go through the Golgi apparatus, they are processed, sorted, and modified. Since the proteins are marked in the rough ER, the Golgi apparatus must differentiate proteins meant to stay inside the cell or meant to leave the cell. After this procedure, they are sent into secretory vesicles for repackaging. These vesicles will be sent to the plasma membrane where they will secrete the substances. Another function of the Golgi apparatus is lysosome formation. The Golgi Apparatus can be found in both animal and plant cells. ]]> 2018-11-01 03:38:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299237350 Lysosome Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299240586 Lysosomes produced by the Golgi apparatus beak down worn-out cell parts or substances entering the plasma membrane. This may look like fusing with macromolecule-filled vesicles and digesting their contents with hydrolytic digestive enzymes. The simpler subunits produced from this action will then be released into the cytoplasm of the cell. It can also look like fusing with pathogen-filled vesicles to digest the bacteria contents. Lysosomes preform auto-digestion as well.  This is where the lysosomes digest necessary parts of the cell.  Lysosomes are only found in animal cells.  ]]> 2018-11-01 04:02:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299240586 Vacuole Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299245224 Vacuoles function mainly to store substances.  In plant cells, the filled vacuole can add support to the cell as well.  The vacuole mainly stores water; however, it can store other materials such as sugars, salts, pigments and toxic molecules. In addition to their storage functions, vacuoles can regulate pressure and water level of cells. This ability will help maintain internal homeostasis of the cell.  Specialized contractile and digestive vacuoles exist in unicellular protozoans to rid the cell of excess water and break down nutrients.  Vacuoles are present in both animal and plant cells, however they are much more prominent in plant cells. ]]> 2018-11-01 04:45:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299245224 Vesicle Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299246925 Vesicles function to transport materials from one place to another.  They have a lipid bilayer, allowing these organelles to have a self-contained internal environment.  There are four types of vesicles within the cell.  These four vesicles are lysosomes, vacuoles, transport vesicles, and secretory vesicles.  They all have very important functions within the cell.  Lysosomes are described in Section 10. Additionally, transport and secretory vesicles are briefly described in various sections throughout this page.  Vesicles also function to support metabolism, enzyme storage, and defence from pathogens.  Vesicles are found in both plant and animal cells.]]> 2018-11-01 05:03:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299246925 How We are Exceeding Expectations sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299247223 Our group meticulously completed the tasks of the A- criteria for our project. Reiterating our statement in the box above, the unique theme for our analogy forced our group to delve deeper and really understand this subject.We put in extra time to thoroughly examine the functions of the cell before nailing down solid and reflective analogies. After our project was completed to A- standards, we picked a few areas to push ourselves and put out more effort for. There was additional research of vesicles, nucleoli, and composting among other smaller topics necessary for our explanations. We decided to provide further editing and photoshopping of pictures to enhance the visuals of our Padlet. This included labeling to make images more detailed. Our group managed to find a couple of real like analogy media as well. This put us in a position to go out and find a similar vending machine to the one in our project and take videos as well as pictures of it.  The last extra task we put upon ourselves was adding an extra section on structural composition of some organelles. This will enhance the learning and understanding of analogies and functions for the viewers. We hope you enjoy our Padlet presentation.]]> 2018-11-01 05:07:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299247223 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299249413 One of the final procedures before the tea is ready to be distributed is packaging. The lid, sleeve, and any other necessary additions are attached to the cup by a mechanical arm before being sent out of the exit panel for the customer.  

We chose this process for our analogy because the Golgi Apparatus has the common function of final packaging.  The Golgi apparatus accepts vesicles filled with materials and makes final modifications before packaging the proteins properly.  The packaging station of the vending machine does this same process by accepting tea-filled cups and finalizing the packaging of the product.  Both the Golgi apparatus and this final process will then send out their finished products to be distributed properly.  ]]> 2018-11-01 05:32:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299249413 Peroxisome Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299250433 Peroxisomes function to support many metabolic tasks that vary depending on the function of the cell.  Many peroxisomes contain enzymes that produce a toxic molecule, hydrogen peroxide, when they act.  A different peroxisomal enzyme called catalase immediately breaks down the hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.  In general, peroxisomes are much more ubiquitous in cells that synthesize and break down lipids.  Within animal cells,  peroxisomes break down fats and produce bile salts from cholesterol in the liver.  Within plant cells, peroxisomes oxidize fatty acids to provide sugars needed to grow the plant. They also use up oxygen and release carbon dioxide in plant leaves.

]]> 2018-11-01 05:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299250433 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299251236 As the vending machine producers aimes for the machine to be more waste-free and Eco-friendly. This vending machine has an area to store the discarded and used tea bags for compost.  After the tea bags are removed in the initial pathway area, they are sent to the compost zone. Here, the tea bags will undergo multiple processes to encourage the breakdown of this waste.  These processes include keeping the zone warm and maintaining the moisture that the bags hold when they first enter.  Every 6 hours the tea bags are ground into smaller pieces to create more surface area for bacteria. Also every hour, the tea bags are churned to allow oxygen to reach more of this surface area.  Lastly, the organic activator, Super Hot, is added to the mix every 24 hours to encourage rapid decomposition.  As service workers come to restock the machine and collect money, the compost zone is cleared.

We chose the compost zone as our analogy for lysosomes because they both function to break down waste and larger materials.  Lysosomes breakdown macromolecules into usable subunits and also eliminate waste for the cell.  The compost zone preforms a similar function for the vending machine.  As the compost zone breaks down and eliminates the tea bag waste through it's processes, it still creates usable materials for the outside world.  ]]> 2018-11-01 05:49:03 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299251236 Mitochondria Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299252029 Mitochondria functions to preform cellular respiration. It takes broken down substrates from the cytoplasm and converts it into usable ATP for the cell. The cristae of mitochondria functions to provide more surface area for protein complexes to react and produce ATP. The matrix of mitochondria consist of ribosomes and enzymes that will break down carbohydrates for energy to aid in ATP production. Mitochondria is involved in cellular differentiation and cell death as well.  Mitochondria is found in both animal and plant cells in varying quantities.    ]]> 2018-11-01 05:57:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299252029 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299252247 The tea bags and the tea cups function to transport and store materials within their innards. The tea bags mainly function to transport the tea components into the water and then to contain the leftover waste for disposal. The tea cup is used to transport the final product for distribution and convenience of the customer. In preforming that function, it also provides support to the overall product and stores a large amount of substances.  

We chose the tea bags and tea cups as our analogy for vesicles because they carry out similar procedures and functions. To begin, tea cups and bags maintain a compartment that can easily store materials just as vesicles can.  The tea bag represents a general vesicle.  The tea bag stores substances and transports substances.  A specific example would be how the tea bag contains the tea leaves waste that will be disposed in the compost zone.  This is comparable to how vesicles form around toxic material.   These vesicles will fuse with lysosomes and will be rid of.  This is a direct connection between our lysosome and vesicles analogies relating in both our vending machine and as organelles in real life.  The tea cup mainly represents both the secretory vesicle and the vacuole in our vending machine.  The cup provides supports of the product for the cell and holds a variety of substances just as the vacuole does. The Golgi apparatus sends off the final protein in a secretory vesicle that will deliver the proteins out of the cell. Similarly, the tea cups hold the final product to be distributed to the outside of the vending machine. These similarities show an obvious connection between the tea bag, cup of our vending machine and the vesicles along with vacuoles of the cell.


]]> 2018-11-01 05:59:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299252247 Chloroplasts Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299253035  Chloroplasts function by using solar energy to produce organic molecules in a process called photosynthesis.  Captured solar energy excites an electron to make high-energy compounds. Subsequently, these compounds use carbon dioxide and water to synthesize carbohydrates. These carbohydrates are an important source of energy for the cell. Chloroplasts only exist in plant cells and algal cells. ]]> 2018-11-01 06:07:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299253035 Cytoskeleton Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299254456 The cytoskeleton maintains cell shape while allowing the cell and its organelle contents to move. The cytoskeleton differs from animal bones and muscles because of it's ability to assemble and disassemble when necessary.  The cytoskeleton exists in both animal and plant cells.]]> 2018-11-01 06:25:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299254456 Cilia and Flagella Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299256287 Cilia and Flagella assists the cell in movement.  The hairlike projection allows cells to preform functions such as sweeping debris-filled mucus down the throat to keep the lungs clean, and rid the body of the unwanted materials.  Cilia can be found on a unicellular organism called paramecia, and flagella can be found on sperm cells.  Cilia and Flagella are found on animal cells and are very rare in plant cells.  ]]> 2018-11-01 06:43:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299256287 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299256527 The bill and coin acceptor of the vending machine functions to calculate and break down bills and large quantities of coins into smaller quantities for change.  This process requires the use of subtraction for determining the amount of changed owed and the use of addition to add up values of coins to achieve the desired amount of change.  

Our unique analogy for the function of peroxisomes is demonstrated by the bill acceptor because it loosely mimics its functions. When a customer pays, change is dispensed accordingly. The use of subtraction and the opposing use of addition reminded us of how peroxisomes create a toxic molecule, hydrogen peroxide, that will be broken down with an opposing subsequent step. The usual functions of peroxisomes consist of breaking down substances.  This corresponds with the bill acceptor's function to break down larger quantities of money.]]> 2018-11-01 06:45:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299256527 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299257425 In order for the tea-making vending machine to function, the mechanism needs power.  The electricity required comes from the adapter that is plugged into the outlet. This electricity is the main source of energy for all functions of the machine and allows the machine to continuously keep producing tea for customers. 

Just like the cell, our tea machine requires energy in order for it to function properly. The cell uses carbohydrates and oxygen to make ATP. ATP is the energy currency for all the organelle functions in the cell. Similarly, electricity supplies energy for all structure functions within the vending machine. This makes both the mitochondria and electricity the power houses of their structures. ]]> 2018-11-01 06:53:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299257425 Centriole Function sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299257439 Centrioles function to assist the cell with cell division by organizing a mitotic spindle. They are involved with microtubule assembly and disassembly as well. They also form basal bodies for the cell.  Centrioles are only found in animal cells. ]]> 2018-11-01 06:53:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299257439 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299259161 One of the main structural components of the vending machine and an enabler of movement are the rings that hold the tea bags for display. The rings demonstrate structural support by holding the tea bags. The rings spirals when necessary to push the tea bags forward in order for the them to proceed towards the next stage. This motion enables the entire mechanism to move.  Without the movements of the rings, there is no way of dispensing the tea.

We chose this analogy for the cytoskeleton because its functions mirror each other.  Both entities provide structural support, but still enable motion when necessary.  ]]> 2018-11-01 07:08:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299259161 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299260096 The wheels located in the two back corners of the vending machine create movement for the whole mechanism when necessary.  These smooth wheels will lead to easier transport of the vending machine.

We chose this analogy because the wheels at the bottom of the vending machine and the cilia and flagella of cells both support movement.  If the vending machine were to represent the entirety of a cell, then it would make perfect sense to relate the enablers of movement of the two separate entities to each other.  The movement of the vending machine will allow it to preform in many more ways just as the cilia and flagella enable more functions for the cell with its ability to move.    ]]> 2018-11-01 07:17:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299260096 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299261528 Numbers and letters sequences are used to differentiate and separate distinct types of teas. This helps to organize the teas and create clear boundaries for ordering customers.

We used the number and letter sequences as our analogy to stress the cell division function of centrioles. A centriole is in charge of organizing mitotic symbols to separate the cell during cell division. We thought the similar act of organizing and creating clear separations between different teas was quite similar to the organelle function.
]]> 2018-11-01 07:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299261528 Analogy ivan_zeng123 https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299262534 The AC adapter of the vending machine takes the electrical current in the standard wall outlet and converts it to the specifications required by the vending machine.  This is important as it determines if the machine is getting enough power.  

We thought that the AC adapter of the vending machine was a good analogy for chloroplasts. We thought this because the adapter captures the electrical current from the wall and changes it into usable energy for the vending machine just as chloroplasts capture solar energy and convert it into carbohydrates for the cell.]]> 2018-11-01 07:35:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299262534 Analogy sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299666758 The exterior structure of the vending machine protects the products inside and supports the whole mechanism.  Even though the exterior of the machine is a sturdy structure, it still allows bills and coins to enter and the tea products to exit.  

We used this analogy because it's functions mirror the cell wall. Both structures protect and support their contents and permit substances to pass through their walls. ]]> 2018-11-02 04:13:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299666758 Links sakurak https://padlet.com/ivan_zeng123/lwzp69vzojbc/wish/299671364 Extra Vesicle Research:
https://study.com/academy/lesson/vesicles-definition-function-quiz.html

Compost Research:
https://www.gardeners.com/how-to/jumpstart-your-compost/5380.html

Cell Membrane image:
https://image.shutterstock.com/image-illustration/cell-membrane-detailed-diagram-models-260nw-386541865.jpg

Vending Machine Rings image:
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Vending Machine Structure image:
https://cdn4.vectorstock.com/i/1000x1000/37/08/vending-machine-with-no-drinks-vector-13183708.jpg

Cell Wall Image:
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Nucleus image: 
http://howdoright.ru/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Animal-Cell-Nucleus-Function2.jpg

Number Pad image:
https://s.hswstatic.com/gif/vending-machine-pictures-2.jpg

Ribosome image:
http://awhitebiology.weebly.com/uploads/2/3/8/4/23844742/993241956.jpg?457

Touch Screen image:
http://g01.s.alicdn.com/kf/HTB15VY.QVXXXXbPaXXXq6xXFXXXf/205728887/HTB15VY.QVXXXXbPaXXXq6xXFXXXf.jpg

Endoplasmic Reticulum image:
https://cdn.britannica.com/79/117279-004-4B7393C9.jpg

Rough ER image:
http://content/uploads/2016/12/nucleus.jpghttps://teaching.ncl.ac.uk/bms/wiki/images/b/b2/ER.jpg

Smooth ER image:
http://dev.coursepics.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/nucleus.jpg

Golgi Apparatus image:
https://slideplayer.com/slide/9189702/27/images/22/Golgi+Apparatus+Figure+3.20a.jpg

Lysosomes image:
https://www.studyread.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Lysosome-.jpg

Vacuoles image:
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcQWr7dSp5MVTzkadYNfV9Z6hy77WRRvvRo9ZSeAjIVwsR_cDnyu

Vesicles image:
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSQlbf2qbPOUMtIqVjEgb7LTNSJAVVDiFmUyB6fXR0arYFwghiM

Peroxisomes image:
http://talk2bio.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/peroxisome-500x350.jpg

Mitochondria image:
https://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/cells/mitochondria/images/mitochondriafigure1.jpg

Chloroplast image:
https://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/cells/mitochondria/images/mitochondriafigure1.jpg

Cytoskeleton image:
https://qph.fs.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-0d15bee45cfeef184c9bbca6687e6238

Cilia and Flagella image:
https://microbiologyinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Differences-Between-Cilia-and-Flagella.jpg

Centriole image:
https://image.shutterstock.com/image-vector/cylindrical-cell-structure-centriole-260nw-417094768.jpg

Filter image:
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41ga-Ev7OxL.jpg

Marked numbers and letters on machine image:
https://static.dezeen.com/uploads/2014/03/DNA-Vending-Machine-by-Gabriel-Barcia-Colombo_dezeen_ss2.jpg

Wheels image:
https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1XigzNFXXXXblXVXXq6xXFXXXw/2-unids-EDL-machine-ruedas-2-80-kg-pa-nylon-Ruedas-ruedas-placa-doble-freno-bloqueo.jpg_640x640.jpg

Machine Plug image:
http://www.socialbrite.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/plug-in.jpg

Outlet image:
https://hips.hearstapps.com/pop.h-cdn.co/assets/16/14/768x398/gallery-1460049876-screen-shot-2016-04-07-at-101920-am.png?resize=480:*

Bill acceptor image:
https://vw1-vendingworld.netdna-ssl.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/650x/040ec09b1e35df139433887a97daa66f/v/v/vvn2511-z_2.jpg

Tea cup image:
https://iegpolicy.agribusinessintelligence.informa.com/-/media/agri-article-media/stock-images/policy-legislation/labelling-packaging-advertising/recyling-and-packaging-materials/coffee_cup_disposable_unbranded_120415975_1200.jpg?w=790&hash=B2C54037B132866E38F873C7E2A939BD50B67355

Tea bag image:
https://png.pngtree.com/element_origin_min_pic/16/08/09/1557a986132aff6.jpg

Tea bag waste: https://thesnailofhappiness.files.wordpress.com/2014/07/imgp3418.jpg

Algorithm image:
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcT1OmvRC_oDkpgSdRN9tEb06Kmar2h1RVzEAxj6hE2zEY1_3Nvp

Nucleoli image:
https://www.pathwayz.org/Node/Image/url/aHR0cHM6Ly9pLmltZ3VyLmNvbS80NnAzR0lCLmpwZz8y

Tea cup, lids, and sleeve image:
https://www.mrtakeoutbags.com/mm5/graphics/coffee-cup-sleeve-sizes.jpg

Hot Water and Tea Image:
https://www.dreamstime.com/boiling-water-poured-glass-mug-tea-bag-water-turns-tea-painted-amber-color-front-view-hot-water-image114068366

Milk and Sugar Images:
https://www.pexels.com/search/milk/

Coffee machine image:
https://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/household-appliances/small-kitchen-appliances/coffee-machines-and-accessories/coffee-machines/delonghi-dinamica-ecam350-75s-bean-to-cup-coffee-machine-silver-10162584-pdt.html

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