Spontaneous Generation Theory in Biology

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What is the theory that living creatures arise from nonliving matter?

The theory of photosynthesis

The theory of spontaneous generation (correct)

The theory of evolution

The theory of cellular respiration

Who conducted an experiment involving meat and flies to disprove spontaneous generation?

Francesco Redi (correct)

Anton van Leeuwenhoek

Robert Hooke

Louis Pasteur

Which scientist is credited with concluding that cells arise from pre-existing cells?

Matthias Schleiden

Robert Hooke

Rudolf Virchow (correct)

Anton van Leeuwenhoek

What did Francesco Redi's experiment demonstrate about the origin of maggots?

Maggots arise from flies laying eggs on meat Signup and view all the answers

What is Cell Theory?

The theory that all living organisms are composed of cells Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Louis Pasteur's experiment involving curved-necked flasks?

To show that bacteria were introduced into the broth from the air Signup and view all the answers

What are the two primary types of cells?

Eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic cells Signup and view all the answers

What is pasteurization?

A process to extend the shelf life of food products Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the father of microbiology?

Anton van Leeuwenhoek Signup and view all the answers

Who gave cells their name?

Robert Hooke Signup and view all the answers

Who observed cork cells through a microscope and named them 'cells'?

Robert Hooke Signup and view all the answers

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