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Cell vs. Virus: A Battle for Health Instructional VideoCell vs. Virus: A Battle for Health Instructional Video
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TED-Ed
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7th - 9th
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Science
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Media Length
3:59
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Year
2014
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Cell vs. Virus: A Battle for Health

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Viruses act as alien invaders, but our cells are usually quite effective at counterattack. With cartoon animation, viewers learn how DNA is the mastermind behind making antibodies. Immunity rules in this land! 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

antibodies, immunity

Additional Tags

immunity, antibody, science

Pros

  • Multiple-choice and discussion questions can be altered to fit your needs
  • Many additional resources can be accessed via the Dig Deeper feature
  • Teen-friendly animation and narration make this a nice addition to your biology curriculum
  • Adapts to Common Core State Standards for literacy in science and technical subjects

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.8.7 RI.9-10.7 RST.6-8.9 RST.9-10.9

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