Cell theory & Scientists

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What is the cell theory?

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The cell theory states that: 1) All living organisms are composed of one or more cells, 2) The cell is the basic unit of life, and 3) All cells arise from preexisting cells.

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Who proposed that all plants are made of cells?

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Matthias Schleiden proposed that all plants are made of cells.

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Who is known for observing pond water and teeth scrapings under a microscope?

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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek is known for observing pond water and teeth scrapings under a microscope.

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What did Robert Hooke discover when he looked at cork?

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Robert Hooke discovered and named the 'cell' when he looked at cork.

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Who proposed that all cells come from preexisting cells?

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Rudolf Virchow proposed that all cells come from preexisting cells.

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Which statement is NOT a basic point of cell theory?

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Cells are too small to see without a microscope is NOT a basic point of cell theory.

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What is the significance of Antonie van Leeuwenhoek's work?

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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek's work was significant because he was the first to observe and describe single-celled organisms, which he called 'animalcules'.

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What did Matthias Schleiden contribute to cell theory?

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Matthias Schleiden contributed to cell theory by stating that all plants are made of cells.

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What is the role of Rudolf Virchow in the development of cell theory?

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Rudolf Virchow contributed to cell theory by stating that all cells arise from preexisting cells.

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What did Robert Hooke use to name cells?

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Robert Hooke used a cork slice to name the structures he observed as 'cells'.