Have to make a model of a cell with all its parts listed. Anyone have an ideal on what to make it out of?
Styrofoam and toothpicks?
You could use Play Doh, clay or a homemade type of clay/Play Doh. Another possibility is finger jello. Here's a recipe for finger jello.
http://www.cooks.com/rec/doc/0,1813,157180-240199,00.html
This site may also help you.
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To make a model of a cell with all its parts listed, there are various materials you can use depending on your preference and availability. Here are a few options:
1. Clay or Playdough: Moldable materials like clay or playdough make it easy to shape and represent different cell structures. Different colors can be used to distinguish various cellular components.
2. Styrofoam or Cardboard: Using materials like styrofoam or cardboard can allow you to create a three-dimensional model of a cell. Cut and glue the pieces together to represent the different parts.
3. Recycled Materials: Consider utilizing recycled materials from around your home, such as plastic containers, bottle caps, straws, or even old CDs, to represent cell organelles. With a little creativity, you can repurpose these items to resemble the different components of a cell.
4. Edible Materials: If you prefer an edible model, you can use items like cake, candy, fruits, or vegetables to represent different cell structures. For example, use a cupcake as the cell body and decorate it with various candies to portray the organelles.
Remember, the purpose of the model is to visually represent the cell's parts. Choose a material that is easy to work with, readily available, and suits your preferences.