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Who coined the term 'cell' for the basic structural unit of an organ?
Who coined the term 'cell' for the basic structural unit of an organ?
- Robert Hooke (correct)
- Gregor Mendel
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek
- Louis Pasteur
What did Robert Hooke observe as 'cells' in the cork?
What did Robert Hooke observe as 'cells' in the cork?
- Microorganisms
- Minerals
- Dead cells (correct)
- Living cells
What is the basic structural unit of an organ?
What is the basic structural unit of an organ?
- Tissue
- Cell (correct)
- Organism
- Molecule
What are living organisms made up of?
What are living organisms made up of?
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What is the function of cells in living organisms?
What is the function of cells in living organisms?
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Study Notes
Cell Structure and Function
- The term 'cell' was coined by Robert Hooke to describe the basic structural unit of an organ.
- Robert Hooke observed 'cell-like' structures in cork, which were actually the dead cells of the cork tissue.
- The basic structural unit of an organ is the cell.
- Living organisms are made up of cells, which are the basic building blocks of life.
- The function of cells in living organisms is to perform specific tasks and maintain life processes.
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Test your knowledge of cell structure and functions with this quiz. Explore the basic functions of living organisms and the structural unit of organs - the cell. Identify the various functions performed by different sets of organs and enhance your understanding of the fundamental building blocks of life.
