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Cell in Latin means


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Cell:

  1. Cells are the building blocks of life.
  2. Every living body is made up of cells, which are referred to as life's fundamental unit.
  3. The word “cell” is derived from the Latin word i.e. cellus, which means “little space or room”.
  4. It was first discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665, while working on a slice of cork.
  5. The cell provides structure and support to our body.
  6. It is capable of self-replicating and performing various functions like respiration, transportation, division and many more.
  7. Hence, it is also called a basic and structural unit of life.

Final answer:- Cell in Latin means little room or space.


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