Cell Theory

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What is Cell Theory?

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

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What are the three main components of Cell Theory?

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1) All living things are made of cells. 2) Cells are the basic building blocks of life. 3) All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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Who proposed the Cell Theory?

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The Cell Theory was developed by scientists Matthias Schleiden, Theodor Schwann, and Rudolf Virchow.

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What is a unicellular organism?

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A unicellular organism is an organism that is made up of only one cell.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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A multicellular organism is an organism that is made up of more than one cell.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The basic unit of life is the cell.

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How do cells reproduce?

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Cells reproduce through a process called cell division, where one cell divides to form two new cells.

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What is the function of a cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is where many cellular processes occur.

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, and ribosomes.