Cell Theory Timeline

Robert Hooke, Anton van Leeuwenhoek, Theodor Schwann, Rudolf Virchow, and Matthias Schliden were all responsible for what theory?

• The Theory of Gravity

• The Theory of Relativity

• The Cell Theory

• The Theory of Continental Drift

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Who first proposed the Cell Theory?

• Robert Hooke

• Theodor Schwann

• Matthias Schleiden

• Rudolf Virchow

Which scientist is credited with coining the term 'cell'?

• Theodor Schwann

• Matthias Schleiden

• Robert Hooke

• Rudolf Virchow

What did Rudolf Virchow contribute to the Cell Theory?

• Cells arise from pre-existing cells

• Cells are the basic unit of life

• All living things are composed of cells

• Cells have a nucleus

In what year did Theodor Schwann and Matthias Schleiden propose the Cell Theory?

• 1838

• 1855

• 1861

• 1824

Which of the following is NOT a part of the original Cell Theory?

• All living things are composed of cells

• Cells are the basic unit of life

• Cells arise from pre-existing cells

• Cells contain DNA

What tool was essential for the development of the Cell Theory?

• Microscope

• Telescope

• Spectrometer

• Centrifuge

Which of the following scientists is known for the statement 'Omnis cellula e cellula'?

• Rudolf Virchow

• Theodor Schwann

• Matthias Schleiden

• Louis Pasteur

What discovery did Robert Hooke make in 1665 that was crucial to the Cell Theory?

• He observed and named cells

• He discovered the cell nucleus

• He identified cell division

• He found that cells contain DNA

Which part of the Cell Theory was added by Rudolf Virchow?

• Cells arise from pre-existing cells

• Cells are the basic unit of life

• All living things are composed of cells

• Cells contain organelles