The Fundamental Unit of Life 3 short answers Flashcards
1
Q
The scientist to first observe the free living cells, when and how ?
A
Leeuwenhoek in 1674 discovered the
free living cells in pond water for the
first time.
2
Q
What is Cell theory ?
A
it is all the plants and animals are composed of cells and that the cell is the basic unit of life.
3
Q
What are multicellular organisms ?
A
Many cells group together in a single body that assume different functions
4
Q
Give examples of unicellular organisms ?
A
Amoeba, Chlamydomonas, Paramecium and bacteria
5
Q
What are cell organelles ?
A
Cell organelles are the body parts of the cell. Each part provides a different function such as making new material and clearing waste.
6
Q
What shape or size will the cell have ?
A
The shape and size of cells are related to the specific function they perform
