In this activity, students complete a graphic organiser to explore the characteristics of normal and cancerous cells.

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Cell division

Cell division is the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells.

By the end of this activity, students should be able to:

  • describe the characteristics of normal and cancerous cells.

Download the Word file (see link below) for:

  • introduction/background notes
  • what you need
  • what to do
  • extension ideas
  • student handout.

Related content

Before starting this activity, read about what cancer is and cells.

    Published 13 May 2008, Updated 7 February 2013 Referencing Hub articles
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