Topic 1 (Definition and cell concept/theory) Flashcards
(10 cards)
Is there an exact definition for a cell?
No
Referring to the definition of the cell: the cell is…
the structural, functional and morphological unit of living organisms.
The cell is the X unit of life
Smallest
In the mid-17th century there was a breakthrough in…
microscopes
Robert Hooke was the first to name the word…
Cell, observing cork slides.
The cell theory consted of X principles
4
The 1st principle of the cell theory is that…
All living things are made up of cells
The 2nd principle of the cell theory is that…
All cells originate from a previous one
The 3rd principle of the cell theory is that…
All vital functions are related to cells, which are the structural and functional unit of the living being.
The 4th principle of the cell theory is that…
Cells contain the genetic material, which is passed from mother cells to offspring during cell division.
