Cell Theory

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What is the Cell Theory?

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The Cell Theory states that all living organisms are composed of cells, the cell is the basic unit of life, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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Who is known for coining the term 'cell'?

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Robert Hooke is known for coining the term 'cell' after observing cork under a microscope.

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What is the basic unit of structure and function in organisms?

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The cell is the basic unit of structure and function in all living organisms.

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Which scientist concluded that all plants are made of cells?

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Matthias Schleiden concluded that all plants are made of cells.

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Which scientist concluded that all animals are made of cells?

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Theodor Schwann concluded that all animals are made of cells.

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What invention in the 17th century was crucial for the development of cell theory?

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The light microscope was crucial for the development of modern cell theory.

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Who was the first to observe bacteria?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek was the first to observe bacteria.

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What did Rudolf Virchow contribute to cell theory?

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Rudolf Virchow contributed the idea that all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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What is the significance of the light microscope in biology?

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

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What are the three main components of the Cell Theory?

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1. All living organisms are composed of cells. 2. The cell is the basic unit of life. 3. All cells arise from pre-existing cells.