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Cell Introduction PowerPoint Presentation

Cell introduction PowerPoint in 14 editable slides covering the discovery of cells, the three parts of cell theory, prokaryotes versus eukaryotes and the plasma membrane.
Grades
Grades 9–12, High School
File type
Microsoft PowerPoint
Use
Digital activity

Updated Oct 19, 2026

Subject
Science, Life Sciences, Human Body
Topic
anatomy, physiology
Resource types
Presentations, Teacher Tools
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Digital activity

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What's inside this resource

This 14 slide power point presentation introduces the cell for a high school Biology or Anatomy/Physiology course. It covers the history of cell discovery, cell theory, prokaryotes, eukaryotes, and the cell membrane. This is a good introduction to a cell unit and is filled with diagrams and pictures to enhance learning. This power point is great for note taking skills for students of any level including English Learners, EL, as well as more advanced students.

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Teaching tips & learning objectives

Learning objectives

  • State the three parts of cell theory and the scientists behind them
  • Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
  • Describe the structure and functions of the plasma membrane

Skills covered

  • Note-taking — students follow a structured slide outline and record key points
  • Checking understanding — students answer the review questions placed in the notes

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Concepts & topics

Core concepts

  • Cell theory
  • Prokaryotes
  • Eukaryotes
  • Plasma membrane
  • Fluid mosaic model

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