Cell Theory

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All cells come from___________ cells.

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pre-existing

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Which scientist was the first to observe bacteria?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek

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Who looked at cork and named the cell?

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Robert Hooke

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What is a cell classified as?

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a basic unit of structure and function of all living organisms

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Cells are often called 'the ____ of life.'

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building blocks

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What is the cell theory?

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The cell theory states that all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What did Robert Hooke discover?

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Robert Hooke discovered cells by observing cork under a microscope.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus acts as the control center of the cell, containing genetic material.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are simple, single-celled organisms without a nucleus, such as bacteria.