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Who is known as the Father of Biology?
Robert Hooke was the first person to observe live cells under a microscope.
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Zacharias Janssen invented the very first ____________.
microscope
What is the basic unit of life?
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Match the following contributors to their discoveries or contributions:
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Which of the following statements accurately describes a function of cells?
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Robert Hooke saw box-shaped structures he called ____________.
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Cell theory states that all living things are made up of cells.
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Which theory states that all known living things are made up of cells?
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What is the primary unit that makes up all living things according to cell theory?
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All cells are structurally and functionally the same.
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Match the following cell theory theories with their statements:
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What does Theory 3 of the Modern Cell Theory state?
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Cells contain __________ information.
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According to cell theory, energy flow occurs within the cell.
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Name the two main types of cells.
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Who is known as the Father of Microbiology?
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Rudolf Virchow concluded that all cells arise from spontaneous generation.
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What major conclusion did Theodor Schwann reach regarding animals?
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Matthias Schleiden stated that ________ are made up of cells.
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Match the following contributors to their discoveries:
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The original cell theory included that cells form by spontaneous generation.
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What fundamental building block do cells represent according to the cell theory?
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What did Rudolf Virchow state about cell division?
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Study Notes
Cell Discovery Timeline
- Anton Van Leeuwenhoek discovered microscopic organisms, calling them "animalcules" in 1674, earning him the title "Father of Microbiology."
- Matthias Schleiden proposed in 1838 that plants are made up of cells, emphasizing the importance of cells in plant biology.
- Theodor Schwann concluded in 1839 that animals are also made up of cells, highlighting cellular similarities among different life forms.
- Rudolf Virchow established in 1855 that cells arise from pre-existing cells through cell division, challenging the concept of spontaneous generation.
Cell Theory Developments
- Schwann and Schleiden collaborated to develop Cell Theory, recognizing the similarity between plant and animal cells.
- Traditional Cell Theory included three main points:
- The cell is the fundamental unit of structure and function in living organisms.
- Cells are the building blocks for all organisms.
- Cells formed by spontaneous generation (later revised by Virchow to indicate they arise from pre-existing cells).
The Role of Biologists
- Biologists study the diversity of life, research diseases and cures, develop new technologies, improve agricultural practices, and work to preserve the environment.
- The basic unit of life is identified as the cell.
Human Body and Cells
- The human body contains trillions of cells that provide structure, absorb nutrients, convert energy, and carry genetic material.
- Robert Hooke first described cells in 1665 while examining cork.
Historical Contributions to Cell Discovery
- Zacharias Janssen invented the first microscope in 1590, facilitating the discovery of cells by magnifying small structures.
- Robert Hooke famously observed the first cells in cork, naming them "cells" based on their resemblance to monk's quarters.
- Leeuwenhoek was the first to observe live cells, expanding the understanding of cell biology.
Modern Cell Theory
- Modern Cell Theory includes six postulates:
- All living things are composed of cells.
- The cell is the structural and functional unit of all living things.
- All cells arise from pre-existing cells through cell division.
- Cells contain hereditary information.
- All cells have a similar chemical composition.
- Energy flow occurs within the cell, emphasizing metabolic processes.
Types of Cells
- Biological classification distinguishes between two main types of cells, though details on their distinguishing features are to be discussed.
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Test your knowledge on the key contributors and discoveries in cell biology! This quiz focuses on pivotal moments in the history of microbiology, including figures like Anton Van Leeuwenhoek and Matthias Schleiden. Brush up on your foundational concepts from General Biology 1.
