Cell Theory Quiz

Who is credited with the discovery of cells?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Theodor Schwann

• Rudolf Virchow

Which statement is true about the cell theory?

• All living organisms are made up of cells

• Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms

• Cells arise from pre-existing cells

• All of the above

Which scientist proposed that all plants are made up of cells?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Matthius Schlieden

• Rudolf Virchow

Which scientist proposed that all animals are made up of cells?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Theodor Schwann

• Rudolf Virchow

Which scientist proposed that cells arise from pre-existing cells?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Theodor Schwann

• Rudolf Virchow

Which statement is false about the cell theory?

• All living organisms are made up of cells

• Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms

• Cells come from non-living matter

• All of the above

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Which scientist is known for stating the cells only come from pre-existing cells?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Theodor Schwann

• Rudolf Virchow

Which scientist is known for his observations of microorganisms using a microscope?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Theodor Schwann

• Rudolf Virchow

Which scientist is known for his observations of cork cells using a microscope?

• Robert Hooke

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

• Theodor Schwann

• Rudolf Virchow

Is spontaneous generation possible?

• yes
• no