Cells & Cell Theory

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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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Who is known for discovering cells in cork?

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Robert Hooke is known for discovering cells in cork.

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Which scientist is known as the 'father of microbiology'?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek is known as the 'father of microbiology'.

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What type of cells are plants and animals?

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Plants and animal cells are eukaryotic cells.

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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.

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What are eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells are complex cells that have a nucleus and organelles, found in plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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What are the building blocks of life?

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Cells are often referred to as the building blocks of life.

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Who contributed to the development of the Cell Theory?

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Robert Hooke, Anton van Leeuwenhoek, Theodor Schwann, Rudolf Virchow, and Matthias Schleiden contributed to the development of the Cell Theory.

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Which scientist did NOT contribute to the Cell Theory?

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Albert Einstein did NOT contribute to the Cell Theory.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.