The Weird History of the Cell Theory Quiz

Which of the following is NOT one of the three parts of the cell theory?

• The cell is the basic unit of structure and organization in organisms.

• Cells can form spontaneously from non-living material.

• All organisms are composed of one or more cells.

• All cells come from preexisting cells.

Who is credited with the invention of the first compound microscope?

• Robert Hooke

• Isaac Newton

• Zacharias Janssen

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek call the bacteria he discovered?

• Germs

• Tiny creatures

• Animalcules

• Microbes

What term did Robert Hooke coin when observing cork under a microscope?

• Tissues

• Microorganisms

• Cells

• Bacteria

What was the main cause of the conflict between Robert Hooke and Isaac Newton?

• Disagreement over the cell theory

• Hooke's claim that Newton was inspired by his work

• Competition for a scientific award

• Personal dislike

Which scientist discovered that all plants are made of cells?

• Theodor Schwann

• Matthias Schleiden

• Rudolph Virchow

• Robert Remak

What did Theodor Schwann conclude about animal cells?

• They can form spontaneously

• They are made of multiple types of cells

• All animals are made of cells

• They are different from plant cells

What was the main point of contention between Schleiden and Schwann?

• The origin of cells

• The structure of cells

• The function of cells

• The classification of cells

Whose research did Rudolph Virchow use to support his claim that cells come from preexisting cells?

• Matthias Schleiden

• Theodor Schwann

• Robert Remak

• Anton van Leeuwenhoek

What is the main lesson about science conveyed in the video?

• The history of scientific discoveries can be weird and fascinating.

• Science is always conducted in a strict, prescribed manner.

• Scientific discoveries are often straightforward and predictable.

• Only famous scientists make important discoveries.