NEET BIOLOGY

CELL STRUCTURES AND FUNCTION

CELL STRUCTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these statements best summarizes the cell theory?
A
Cells contain a nucleus and other parts.
B
Cells have ribosomes.
C
Cells can be seen through a microscope.
D
Cells are the building blocks of living things.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It states that: All living things are made of cells. Cell is the structural and functional unit of life.

Detailed explanation-2: -The unified cell theory states that all organisms are composed of one or more cells, the cell is the basic unit of life, and new cells arise from existing cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -As indivisible units of life, the cells of all organisms consist of four fundamental macromolecular components: nucleic acids (including DNA and RNA), proteins, lipids and glycans. From the construction, modification and interaction of these components, the cell develops and functions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cells are the basic building blocks of living things. The human body is composed of trillions of cells, all with their own specialised function.

Detailed explanation-5: -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.

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