Question

The postulate of cell theory given by Virchow is about ________ aspect of cell.

• A. structural
• B. functional
• C. both a and b
• D. none of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B functional

Rudolf Virchow gave the second postulate of cell theory which explains the functional aspect of a cell. It states that new cells arise from pre-existing cells by division.

The postulates of cell theory are:
(i) All living organisms are composed of cells and products of cells
(ii) All cells arise from pre-existing cells.