AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

CELL THEORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT one of the main components of the cell theory?
A
Cells must contain DNA
B
All living things are made of cells
C
Cells can only come from other cells
D
Cells are the basic unit of life
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Though cells require water for its composition and survival, it is not a part of cell theory.

Detailed explanation-2: -Not every cell in the human body contains DNA bundled in a cell nucleus. Specifically, mature red blood cells and cornified cells in the skin, hair, and nails contain no nucleus. Mature hair cells do not contain any nuclear DNA.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The only component that is not part of the modern cell theory is seen in choice B) Bacteria are examples of eukaryotic cells.

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