AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

CELL THEORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the parts of the cell theory? Select all that apply.
A
The cell is the fundamental unit of structure and function in living things.
B
All organisms are made up of one or more cells.
C
Cells arise from other cells through cellular division.
D
Only Animals have cells.
E
Plants are the only living things with cells
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -1) All living things are made up of cells. 2) A cell is the smallest unit of structure and function in a living thing. 3) All cells arise from preexisting cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -The three tenets of the cell theory are: All living organisms are composed of one or more cells. The cell is the basic unit of structure and organization in organisms. Cells arise from pre-existing cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 3 parts of modern cell theory are: cells pass DNA to new cells, cells of the same species are made of the same stuff, and energy flow happens inside cells. Biologists Schleiden and Schwann first proposed classic cell theory in 1839, and Virchow added to it in 1858.

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