Question

What is the cell theory and what does it state?

Answer 1

Cell:

1. A cell is the structural and fundamental unit of life.
2. It is the building block of all living organisms.

Cell theory:

1. The cell theory was given by Matthias Schleiden, Theodor Schwann, and Rudolf Virchow.
2. The cell theory states that -

1. All living organisms are made up of cells.
2. The cell is the basic functional and structural unit of all living organisms.
3. All cells arise from pre-existing cells.