Cell History (old version)
Beverly Biology・2 minutes read
Cells are the building blocks of life, discovered in the 1600s by Robert Hook. The cell Theory, established by Schleiden, Schwann, and Virchow, states that all organisms are composed of cells, which come from pre-existing cells.
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- The discovery of cells in the 1600s by Robert Hook and subsequent observations by Matthias Schleiden, Theodor Schwann, and Rudolf Virchow led to the establishment of the cell Theory, stating that all organisms are made of cells and cells come from other cells.
- Cell shapes are specialized based on function, such as nerve cells for transmitting electrical messages, red blood cells for efficient oxygen transport, and flat overlapping skin cells providing protective layers. The endosymbiosis theory explains the evolution of mitochondria and chloroplasts from independent organisms to essential components within cells, highlighting the interconnectedness and dependence of cells for survival and energy production.
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Recent questions
What is the Cell Theory?
The Cell Theory states all organisms are made of cells.
Who discovered cells?
Cells were discovered by Robert Hooke.
What is the shape of red blood cells?
Red blood cells are round.
Why are skin cells flat and overlapping?
Skin cells are flat and overlapping to provide layers of protection.
What is the endosymbiosis theory?
The endosymbiosis theory explains how cells engulfed chloroplast ancestors.
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