Early Cell Scientists

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Who developed the first vaccine?

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Edward Jenner developed the first vaccine, specifically for smallpox.

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What did Schleiden contribute to cell theory?

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Matthias Schleiden determined that all plants are made of cells, contributing to the development of cell theory.

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Who was the first to observe living microorganisms?

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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek was the first to view living microscopic organisms under a microscope.

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What was Virchow's hypothesis regarding cell division?

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Rudolf Virchow hypothesized that all cells arise from pre-existing cells, meaning cells divide to form new cells.

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What did Robert Hooke observe under the microscope?

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Robert Hooke observed the remains of cell walls from cork under the microscope, coining the term 'cell'.

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What is the significance of the cell theory?

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The cell theory states that all living organisms are composed of cells, which are the basic units of life.

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What role did Leeuwenhoek play in microbiology?

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Leeuwenhoek is known as the 'Father of Microbiology' for his pioneering work in observing and describing microorganisms.

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How did Hooke's observations influence biology?

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Hooke's observations led to the discovery of cells and laid the groundwork for cell biology.

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What is the main idea of Schleiden and Schwann's contributions to cell theory?

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Schleiden and Schwann proposed that all living things are made of cells, forming the basis of the cell theory.

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What did Virchow mean by 'Omnis cellula e cellula'?

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Virchow's phrase 'Omnis cellula e cellula' means 'all cells come from cells', emphasizing the importance of cell division.