HRT-3.2.1-The Cell Theory Revolution

Multiple Select

BELLRINGER:

Cells constantly renew themselves to maintain life. Which of the following statements are true about this process?

• Millions of new cells are produced every second.

• All cells live for years.

• Most new cells replace older cells that are destroyed.

• Some cells mature and die within days.

Open Ended

Why do you think the discovery of the cell and its components was a significant milestone in the history of science?

Multiple Choice

Which scientist is credited with discovering the nucleolus, a crucial component within the cell nucleus?

• Matthias Schleiden

• Theodor Schwann

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

Multiple Choice

Which scientist challenged the idea of spontaneous generation by claiming that every cell comes from a preexisting cell?

• Louis Pasteur

• Eduard Buchner

• Rudolf Virchow

• Matthias Schleiden

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about enzymes is/are correct?

• They are organic catalysts found in all living cells.

• They were first discovered by Eduard Buchner.

• They are only found in yeast cells.

• They aid chemical reactions in cells.

Fill in the Blank

The advancement of refined ___ led scientists to realize the deep connection between cellular structure and function.