Cell Theory

Question 1

Which microscope did Robert Hooke use to study tree bark?

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compound light microscope

Question 2

Which is a part of the cell theory?

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cells come from pre-existing cells

Question 3

According to the cell theory, which describes cells?

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All living cells come from other living cells.

Question 4

Which was the first “cell” viewed by the light microscope?

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oak bark

Question 5

Which microscope did Anton van Leeuwenhoek use to observe single-celled organisms?

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simple microscope

Question 6

Which microscope is often used to view metal surfaces?

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scanning tunneling microscope

Question 7

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.

Question 8

In the 1600s, which scientist discovered microbes in pond water by using a microscope?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek

Question 9

The study of which structure was instrumental in the formulation of the modern cell theory?

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DNA molecule

Question 10

Which reason best explains why dead specimens must be used with transmission electron microscopes?

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Specimens are placed in a vacuum.

Cell Theory Answers