Cell Theory – Flashcards
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Who first recognized the cell as the universal unit of life?
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Schleiden and Schwann
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The first strands of DNA were observed through which microscope?
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electron microscope
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Which is a part of the cell theory?
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cells come from pre-existing cells
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Which microscope uses a series of lenses to magnify an object in steps?
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compound light microscope
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What was Rudolph Virchow's contribution to the cell theory?
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He concluded that all cells come from preexisting cells.
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Which microscope did Robert Hooke use to study tree bark?
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compound light microscope
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The study of which structure was instrumental in the formulation of the modern cell theory?
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DNA molecule
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A new multicellular organism has been discovered, and scientists want to study the organism's cell structures, including organelles. Which microscope should they use?
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transmission electron microscope
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Which statement best explains why cells were observed in more detail using a compound microscope than a simple microscope?
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A compound microscope has greater magnification ability than a simple microscope.
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A magnifying glass is an example of which type of microscope?
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simple microscope
