Cell Theory

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What is Cell Theory?

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Cell Theory is a fundamental concept in biology that states: 1) All living things are made of one or more cells. 2) The cell is the basic unit of life. 3) All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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Who was the first scientist to identify and name cells?

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Robert Hooke was the first scientist to identify and name cells.

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What does the first part of Cell Theory state?

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The first part of Cell Theory states that all living things are made of one or more cells.

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Which scientist concluded that plants are made of cells?

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Matthias Schleiden concluded that plants are made of cells.

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Who observed live cells and provided greater detail about them?

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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek observed live cells and provided greater detail about them.

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What did Theodor Schwann conclude about animals?

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Theodor Schwann concluded that animals, and all living things, are made of cells.

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What is the basic unit of life according to Cell Theory?

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The basic unit of life according to Cell Theory is the cell.

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What did Robert Hooke observe under a microscope?

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Robert Hooke observed cork cells under a microscope.

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

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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek's work is significant because he was the first to observe and describe live cells.

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What does the second part of Cell Theory state?

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The second part of Cell Theory states that the cell is the basic unit of life.