Questions and Answers
Who is credited with coining the term 'Cells' to describe the smallest unit of a cork?
Robert Hooke
Who was the first to describe protists, bacteria, and possibly his own sperm?
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
Which type of microscope allows resolution as low as 0.2μm?
Electron microscope
What must be done to a specimen for it to be visualized using a light microscope?
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What did Antonie van Leeuwenhoek improve?
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Study Notes
Cell Biology
- Robert Hooke is credited with coining the term "cells" to describe the smallest unit of a cork.
Microbiology
- Antonie van Leeuwenhoek was the first to describe protists, bacteria, and possibly his own sperm.
Microscopy
- The transmission electron microscope allows resolution as low as 0.2μm.
Microscope Preparation
- A specimen must be stained for it to be visualized using a light microscope.
Microscope Innovation
- Antonie van Leeuwenhoek improved the microscope.
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Test your knowledge on the roots of cell biology! Explore ancient medical practices in Greece and Rome, the contributions of the Middle Ages and the Muslim world, and the groundbreaking work of Robert Hooke and Antonie van Leeuwenhoek. Challenge yourself and learn about the origins of the study of cells in this quiz.
