Cell Theory Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three main principles of cell theory?
A
- All living organisms are composed of cells. 2. The cell is the basic unit of life. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.
2
Q
Who coined the term “cell”?
A
Robert Hooke.
3
Q
Who proposed that all plants and animals are made of cells?
A
Matthias Schleiden (plants) and Theodor Schwann (animals).
4
Q
Who proposed that new cells arise from existing cells?
A
Rudolf Virchow.
