Cell Theory,History, & Characteristics of Life

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There are three parts to the cell theory. Which is NOT one of those parts?
Options: All organisms are composed of one or more cells., The cell is the basic unit of structure and organization in organisms., Cells spontaneously arise from carbon and nutrients carried in the bloodstream., All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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Cells spontaneously arise from carbon and nutrients carried in the bloodstream.

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What is the basic unit, or "building block" of life? Options: Cell, Molecule, Organelle, Atom

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Cell

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Which scientist viewed a piece of cork under a simple microscope and first used the term "cell"? Options: Robert Hooke, Anton Von Leeuwenhoek, Matthias Schleiden, Theodore Schwann

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Robert Hooke

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Which scientist first viewed LIVING cells underneath a microscope? Options: Robert Hooke, Anton Von Leeuwenhoek, Matthias Schleiden, Theodore Schwann

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Anton Von Leeuwenhoek

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Which of the following is NOT a statement included in the cell theory? Options: All living things are made up of cells., Cells are the basic unit of life., Cells can only come from other cells., Eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells.

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Eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells.

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What is the scientific term for maintaining a constant internal environment?

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homeostasis

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What characteristic of life is being demonstrated? Options: All living things evolve., All living things are made of cells., All living things reproduce., All living things require and use energy.

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All living things require and use energy.

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What characteristic of life is best represented by this picture?

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All living things reproduce.

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A gazelle running away from a hunting lion is an example of ____________.

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responding to stimuli

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Which characteristic of life is best represented by this picture?

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All living things maintain homeostasis.