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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What type of microscope uses two lenses and requires thin specimens?

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A compound microscope.

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What type of microscope provides a 3-D view and can be used to observe living specimens?

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A stereo microscope.

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Which statement is NOT part of the cell theory?

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Only animal cells are composed of cells.

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What is one of the key statements of the cell theory?

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All cells come from preexisting cells.

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Who was the scientist that first examined cork and coined the term 'cell'?

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Robert Hooke.

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What is the function of a compound microscope?

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To magnify small specimens using two lenses.

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What is the significance of Robert Hooke's discovery?

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He was the first to describe cells in cork, leading to the development of cell theory.

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What are the three main components of the cell theory?

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1) All living things are made of cells, 2) Cells are the basic unit of life, 3) All cells come from other cells.

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What is the difference between a compound microscope and a stereo microscope?

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A compound microscope provides 2D images and requires thin specimens, while a stereo microscope provides 3D images and can view living specimens.