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What invention made it possible to see cells for the first time?
What invention made it possible to see cells for the first time?
the compound microscope
Name the spectacle maker from Netherlands who invented the first compound microscope.
Name the spectacle maker from Netherlands who invented the first compound microscope.
Zacharias Janssen
When bacteria were discovered, these living things were previously called what?
When bacteria were discovered, these living things were previously called what?
animalcules
Name the English scientist who is credited for coining the term 'cell'.
Name the English scientist who is credited for coining the term 'cell'.
What was Robert Hooke looking at (specimen) when he came up with the name 'cell'?
What was Robert Hooke looking at (specimen) when he came up with the name 'cell'?
Explain why Robert Hooke called it 'cell'.
Explain why Robert Hooke called it 'cell'.
Name the German scientist who concluded that all plants are made up of cells.
Name the German scientist who concluded that all plants are made up of cells.
Name the German scientist who concluded that all animals are made up of cells.
Name the German scientist who concluded that all animals are made up of cells.
Name the two scientists who agreed that cells exist from another cell.
Name the two scientists who agreed that cells exist from another cell.
Who are the proponents of Cell Theory?
Who are the proponents of Cell Theory?
List the first postulate of Cell Theory.
List the first postulate of Cell Theory.
List the second postulate of Cell Theory.
List the second postulate of Cell Theory.
List the third postulate of Cell Theory.
List the third postulate of Cell Theory.
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Compound Microscope
Compound Microscope
An optical instrument that magnifies small objects, allowing cells to be observed.
Zacharias Janssen
Zacharias Janssen
A Dutch spectacle maker credited with inventing the first compound microscope.
Animalcules
Animalcules
The name previously used to refer to tiny living organisms like bacteria.
Robert Hooke
Robert Hooke
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Cork
Cork
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Cell
Cell
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Matthias Schleiden
Matthias Schleiden
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Theodor Schwann
Theodor Schwann
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Rudolf Virchow
Rudolf Virchow
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Cell Theory
Cell Theory
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Postulate 1 of Cell Theory
Postulate 1 of Cell Theory
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Postulate 2 of Cell Theory
Postulate 2 of Cell Theory
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Postulate 3 of Cell Theory
Postulate 3 of Cell Theory
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Study Notes
Cell Theory Overview
- The Cell Theory is a fundamental concept in biology that explains the properties and functions of cells.
- It provides a framework for understanding how all living organisms are composed of cells, emphasizing their importance in life.
Invention of the Microscope
- The invention of the compound microscope allowed scientists to observe cells for the first time.
- Antonie van Leeuwenhoek, a spectacle maker from the Netherlands, is credited with constructing the first compound microscope.
Discovery of Bacteria
- Prior to their identification, bacteria were referred to as “animalcules.”
Contributions to Cell Theory
- English scientist Robert Hooke coined the term "cell" while examining cork specimens.
- Hooke named them "cells" because the cork cells resembled the small rooms (cells) inhabited by monks in a monastery.
Key Scientists in Cell Theory
- Matthias Schleiden concluded that all plants are made up of cells.
- Theodor Schwann concluded that all animals are composed of cells.
- Rudolf Virchow and Heinrich Remak stated that cells can only arise from pre-existing cells.
Proponents of Cell Theory
- Key proponents include:
- Matthias Schleiden (plants)
- Theodor Schwann (animals)
- Rudolf Virchow (cell division)
Postulates of Cell Theory
- All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.
- The cell is the basic unit of structure and organization in organisms.
- All cells arise from pre-existing cells through cell division.
Task for Home
- Create a timeline on Cell Theory, including:
- Year of discovery
- Name of the contributing scientist
- Summary of their contribution
- Grading criteria: accuracy, comprehensiveness, creativity.
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Description
This quiz for General Biology I covers the key concepts taught in the second semester of the academic year 2023-2024. Designed for senior high school students, it assesses understanding of various biological principles and systems.
