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 up of cells, 2) The cell is the basic unit of life, and 3) All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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Why are rocks considered non-living?

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Rocks are considered non-living because they are not made of cells.

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Who coined the term 'cell' in biology?

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Robert Hooke coined the term 'cell' after observing cork under a microscope.

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What did Robert Hooke observe to name cells?

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Robert Hooke observed cork under a microscope.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The basic unit of life is the cell.

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What do all living things have in common?

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All living things are made up of cells.

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From where do all cells originate?

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All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What did Matthias Schleiden contribute to cell theory?

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Matthias Schleiden proposed that all plants are made of cells.

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What did Theodor Schwann contribute to cell theory?

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Theodor Schwann proposed that all animals are made of cells.

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What is the significance of the microscope in cell theory?

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