Cell theory

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What is the Cell Theory?

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The Cell Theory states that: 1) All living things are composed of cells, 2) Cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things, 3) All cells are produced from other cells.

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Who is credited with naming the cell?

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Robert Hooke is credited with naming the cell after observing cork under a microscope.

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What are the three main components of the Cell Theory?

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1) All living things are composed of cells, 2) Cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things, 3) All cells are produced from other cells.

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Which scientist proposed that all plants are made of cells?

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Matthias Schleiden proposed that all plants are made of cells.

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Which scientist proposed that all animals are made of cells?

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Theodor Schwann proposed that all animals are made of cells.

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What does it mean that cells are the basic unit of life?

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It means that cells are the smallest units that can carry out all life processes.

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What is cell division?

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Cell division is the process by which a parent cell divides into two or more daughter cells.

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How does the Cell Theory relate to cell division?

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The Cell Theory states that all cells come from previously existing cells, which explains how new cells are formed through cell division.

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What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek contribute to cell biology?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek is known for his work in microscopy and for being the first to observe and describe single-celled organisms.

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What is the significance of Rudolf Virchow's contribution to the Cell Theory?

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Rudolf Virchow contributed the idea that all cells arise from pre-existing cells, emphasizing the continuity of life.