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Cell explorer

About this simulation

Explore an open 3D animal-cell model and investigate how cell size changes surface area and volume. Educational model, not a microscopy scan. Shapes, colours and organelle counts are simplified; model dimensions are not biological measurements. Students can change Explore structures and Cell radius and compare what happens. Use it for biology inquiry with Grades 3–5 and Middle School on a projector or student device.

Standards: NGSS MS-LS1-2

What students can explore

  • Explore structures
  • Cell radius

Learning objectives

  1. 1Predict how changing Explore structures will affect the Selected structure, then test the prediction.
  2. 2Use evidence from the interactive visual to explain the result.

Questions teachers ask

Is the Cell explorer simulation free?

Yes. Open the Cell explorer simulation in a modern browser with no download or sign-up required.

Is it suitable for Grades 3–5 and Middle School?

The simulation includes learning-level presets spanning Grades 3–5 and Middle School. Choose the level that matches your class, then use it on a projector or student devices.

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Drop it into your LMS, blog, or class site — free.

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