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What is Cell Theory?

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Cell Theory is a scientific theory that states: 1) All living things are made of cells, 2) Cells are the basic unit of life, and 3) All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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Who proposed that both plants and animals are made of cells?

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The scientist who proposed that both plants and animals are made of cells is Theodor Schwann.

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What type of cell is larger and contains a nucleus?

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Eukaryotic cells are larger and contain a nucleus.

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Which type of cell has DNA?

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Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have DNA.

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What type of cell is a bacterial cell?

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Prokaryotic cells are bacterial cells.

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Who created the first microscope?

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Robert Hooke created the first microscope.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains the cell's genetic material (DNA).

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions, such as mitochondria for energy production.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell and regulates what enters and exits the cell.