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 organisms are composed of one or more cells, 2) The cell is the basic unit of life, and 3) All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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Who is known for stating that all animals are made of cells?

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Theodor Schwann.

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What did Schleiden contribute to Cell Theory?

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Schleiden proposed that all plants are made of cells.

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What type of cell contains a nucleus?

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Eukaryotic Cell.

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Who discovered and named cells while observing cork?

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Robert Hooke.

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What does the Cell Theory apply to?

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The Cell Theory applies to all living organisms, including bacteria, multicellular organisms, and plants and animals.

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What is a Prokaryotic Cell?

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A Prokaryotic Cell is a type of cell that does not have a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a Eukaryotic Cell?

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A Eukaryotic Cell is a type of cell that contains a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What are the three main components of Cell Theory?

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1) All living organisms are made of cells, 2) The cell is the basic unit of life, 3) All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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Who helped write the first two parts of Cell Theory?

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Theodor Schwann and Matthias Schleiden.