Cell Theory & Cell Theory Scientists

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What is the main idea of Cell Theory?

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Cell Theory states that all living things are made up of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells come from other living cells.

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Who is known for discovering 'animalcules' in pond water?

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Antonie van Leeuwenhoek is known for discovering 'animalcules' in pond water.

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What did Rudolf Virchow contribute to Cell Theory?

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Rudolf Virchow proposed that all cells come from other living cells, completing the Cell Theory.

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What are the three main principles of Cell Theory?

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1. All living things are made up of cells. 2. Cells are the basic unit of life. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What instrument helped scientists develop Cell Theory?

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The microscope was the key instrument that helped scientists develop Cell Theory.

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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 proposed that all animals are made of cells?

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Theodor Schwann proposed that all animals are made of cells.

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What is a cell?

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A cell is the smallest unit of life that can function independently and perform all necessary functions of life.

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What is the significance of the microscope in biology?

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The microscope allowed scientists to observe cells for the first time, leading to the development of Cell Theory.

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What did Robert Hooke discover?

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Robert Hooke discovered cells by observing cork under a microscope and naming them 'cells'.

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