Cell Theory & Microscopes

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Who was the first person to see cells when he viewed a piece of cork with a microscope?

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Robert Hooke

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What does cell theory state?

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Cells are the basic building block of life.

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Who looked at pond water under a microscope and discovered tiny organisms called 'Animalcules'?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek

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What is the actual size of a specimen that measures 1.7 micrometers?

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1.7 um

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What tool is used to view cells?

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Microscope

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What are the three main components of cell theory?

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

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What is the function of a microscope?

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To magnify small objects so they can be seen more clearly.

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What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek contribute to cell biology?

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He discovered single-celled organisms and called them 'Animalcules'.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

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What is the significance of Robert Hooke's observations?

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