Cell Theory Flashcards
1
Q
The Cell theory, how many tenets does it have and what are they?
A
4
- all living things are composed of cells
- the cell is the basic functional unit of life
- cells arise only from preexisting cells
- cells carry genetic information in the form of DNA. this genetic material is passed on from parent to daughter cell
2
Q
are viruses considered living things? explain.
A
no, because they are acellular, cannot reproduce without the assitence of a host cell, and may contain RNA as their genetic material
