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Who was the first person to observe living cells?
Who was the first person to observe living cells?
- Rudolph Virchow
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek (correct)
- Robert Hooke
- Theodor Schwann
What statement best summarizes the cell theory?
What statement best summarizes the cell theory?
- All living things are composed of cells, the basic unit of life, and cells arise only from preexisting cells. (correct)
- Cells are only found in plants and animals, not in microorganisms.
- Cells can exist independently without being part of a larger organism.
- All living things are composed of cells and cells arise from spontaneous generation.
What did Robert Hooke observe to coin the term 'cells'?
What did Robert Hooke observe to coin the term 'cells'?
- Blood under a microscope
- Mitochondria in muscle cells
- Cork slices (correct)
- Bacteria in pond water
Which scientist contributed the idea that all animals are made of cells?
Which scientist contributed the idea that all animals are made of cells?
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding cell reproduction?
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding cell reproduction?
Who discovered the nucleus?
Who discovered the nucleus?
Flashcards
What are cells?
What are cells?
The basic building blocks of all living things, discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665.
Who was Robert Hooke?
Who was Robert Hooke?
Robert Hooke coined the term "cells" after observing thin slices of cork under a microscope.
Who was Anton van Leeuwenhoek?
Who was Anton van Leeuwenhoek?
Anton van Leeuwenhoek was the first person to observe living cells, such as those found in pond water, using a microscope.
Who was Theodor Schwann?
Who was Theodor Schwann?
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What is the cell theory?
What is the cell theory?
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Study Notes
Robert Hooke and Cells
- Robert Hooke observed cork and coined the term "cells."
Anton van Leeuwenhoek and Cells
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek was the first to observe living cells using a microscope.
- He observed cells in pond water.
Cell Theory
- The cell theory states all living things are composed of cells.
- Cells are the basic unit of life.
- Cells only arise from pre-existing cells.
- Rudolph Virchow contributed to the cell theory.
Theodor Schwann and Cells
- Theodor Schwann determined that animals are made of cells.
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