Timeline-history Of Cell Biology

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1. All living organisms are composed of one or more ____?

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All living organisms are composed of cells. Cells are the basic structural and functional units of life. They are responsible for carrying out all the necessary processes for an organism to survive and function. Cells can vary in size, shape, and function, but they are the fundamental building blocks of life. Without cells, living organisms would not exist.

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Timeline-history Of Cell Biology - Quiz

Welcome to the Electronic advanced human anatomy and physiology Frontier Classroom of the 21st Century. The following instrument will test your knowledge of basic cell biology which began with the discovery of the cell by Robert Hooke in 1665. Since then, scientists have constantly made... see moreimprovements to microscopes.
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2. In the year of 1665, Robert Hooke observes cork cells.  

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In 1665, Robert Hooke observed cork cells. This is a historical fact and is true.

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3. How many essential parts does the CELL THEORY have? (please enter a number from 0 through 9)

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The CELL THEORY has three essential parts. The first part states that all living organisms are composed of cells. The second part states that cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms. The third part states that cells arise from pre-existing cells. These three parts are the fundamental principles of the CELL THEORY.

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4. In the year _____ Robert  Hooke looks through a microscope at a sliver of cork. He notices what he calls cells or pores.

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In 1665, Robert Hooke looked through a microscope at a sliver of cork and observed what he called cells or pores. This discovery was significant because it marked the first time that cells were observed and described, leading to the development of the cell theory and our understanding of the basic unit of life.

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5. All cells share characteristics that indicates that cells are related to other living things.

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All cells share characteristics that indicate they are related to other living things. This suggests that cells are the basic units of life and are present in all living organisms. These shared characteristics include having a cell membrane, containing genetic material, and being able to carry out metabolic activities. This commonality among cells supports the idea that all living things are interconnected and share a common ancestry.

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6. Rudolf Virchow noted that all cells comes from other cells.

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Rudolf Virchow, a German physician, observed that all cells arise from pre-existing cells. This concept is known as the cell theory, which states that cells are the fundamental units of life and that all living organisms are composed of cells. Virchow's observation was a significant contribution to our understanding of cell biology and has been supported by numerous experiments and observations since then. Therefore, the statement "Rudolf Virchow noted that all cells come from other cells" is true.

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7. Cells come only from the digestion system of existing cells.

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Cells do not come only from the digestion system of existing cells. Cells can also be produced through cell division, where a parent cell divides into two daughter cells. This process is known as cell reproduction and is a fundamental process in the growth and development of living organisms. Therefore, the statement is false.

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8. Which scientist listed below observed cork cells through a basic microscope?

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Robert Hooke is the correct answer because he was the scientist who observed cork cells through a basic microscope. In 1665, Hooke used a microscope to examine a thin slice of cork and observed small, box-like structures which he named "cells". This discovery was significant in the development of cell theory and our understanding of the microscopic world.

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9. Which statement is not found in "The Cell Theory"?

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The statement "All cells do not come from preexisting cells" is not found in "The Cell Theory." The Cell Theory states that all cells come only from the reproduction of existing cells, which implies that cells do come from preexisting cells. This principle is known as the principle of biogenesis, which was established by Louis Pasteur's experiments in the mid-19th century. The concept of cells arising spontaneously or from non-living matter (spontaneous generation) was disproven by these experiments, leading to the acceptance of the principle of biogenesis in the Cell Theory.

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10. In 1897, __ __ discovers Golgi Apparatus in cells.  

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Camillo Golgi is credited with discovering the Golgi Apparatus in cells in 1897. This organelle is involved in the processing, packaging, and distribution of proteins within the cell. Golgi's discovery of this structure was a significant contribution to our understanding of cell biology and the secretory pathway.

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11. The cell theory states that all living things are made up of cells. _____ pubishes his cell theory applying it to animals.  (Please enter first and last name.)

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The correct answer is Theodor Schwann. The cell theory, which states that all living things are made up of cells, was published by Theodor Schwann.

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12. In the year _____ Robert Brown discovers the nucleus of the cell. He stresses its importance in fertilization.

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In 1831, Robert Brown discovered the nucleus of the cell and emphasized its significance in fertilization. This discovery was a crucial milestone in the field of biology as it provided insights into the structure and function of cells. The nucleus is known to contain the genetic material of the cell, which plays a vital role in reproduction and heredity. Brown's discovery paved the way for further research and understanding of cellular biology.

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13. In 1665, _____ _____ published Micrographia, a book describing his microscopic and telescopic observations, and some original work in biology.

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Robert Hooke published Micrographia, a book describing his microscopic and telescopic observations, and some original work in biology.

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14. In what year did Anton Van Leeuwenhoek used to simple microscopes to view many living things from blood to pond water?

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Anton Van Leeuwenhoek used simple microscopes to view various living things from blood to pond water in the year 1674.

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15. In 1665, an English scientist by the name of Robert Hooke was examining cork from what source?

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Robert Hooke was examining cork from a cork tree.

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16. Organisms made up of one or more cells that have nucleus and membrane-bound organelles are called____?

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Eukaryotes are organisms made up of one or more cells that have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. This means that their genetic material is contained within a nucleus, which is separated from the rest of the cell by a nuclear membrane. Eukaryotes also have various organelles, such as mitochondria and endoplasmic reticulum, which are enclosed within their own membranes. This distinguishes them from prokaryotes, which lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Therefore, the correct answer is Eukaryotes.

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17. Karl von Baer concluded that all plants were composed of cells.

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Karl von Baer did not conclude that all plants were composed of cells. He was actually a zoologist and embryologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of animal development, specifically in the field of embryology. His observations and studies focused on animal embryos, not plants. Therefore, the statement is false.

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18. The cell theory states that all living things are made up of cells. _____ _____ pubishes his cell theory applying it to plants.  (Please enter first and last name for this scientist.)

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Matthias Schleiden is the correct answer because he is the scientist who published his cell theory applying it to plants. The cell theory, which states that all living things are made up of cells, was further developed and expanded by Schleiden to include plant cells.

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19. In _____, Karl Von Baer discovered the electron microscope.  

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Karl Von Baer did not discover the electron microscope.

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20. In 1830, _____ _____, was the first to recognize the nucleus (a term that he introduced) as an essential constituent of living cells.

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Robert Brown is the correct answer because he was the first to recognize the nucleus as an essential constituent of living cells. He introduced the term "nucleus" and made this important discovery in 1830. Lazzaro Spallanzani, Matthias Schleiden, and Louis Pasteur were also notable scientists, but they did not make this specific discovery.

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21. Researchers in Scotland cloned a deer from adult sheep cell in 1996

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The statement is false. Researchers in Scotland did not clone a deer from an adult sheep cell in 1996. Cloning a deer from an adult sheep cell would involve transferring the genetic material from a sheep cell into a deer egg, which is not a scientifically documented achievement.

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22. _____, a naturalist and cleryman in Scotland supported spontaneous generation of life. (Please enter last, first name)

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John Needham, a naturalist and clergyman in Scotland, supported spontaneous generation of life.

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23. In what year did Karl von Baer discover mammalian eggs?  

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In 1827, Karl von Baer discovered mammalian eggs. This discovery was significant because it challenged the prevailing belief at the time that mammals developed from preformed embryos. Baer's discovery provided evidence for the theory of epigenesis, which states that organisms develop gradually from undifferentiated cells. His findings laid the foundation for the field of embryology and greatly advanced our understanding of mammalian development.

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24. What year did Rudolf Virchow add his statement to the cell theory?

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Rudolf Virchow added his statement to the cell theory in 1855. This is significant because Virchow's statement, "Omnis cellula e cellula" (every cell originates from another cell), expanded on the previous understanding of the cell theory proposed by Schleiden and Schwann. Virchow's statement emphasized the importance of cell division in the growth and development of organisms, and it laid the foundation for modern cell biology.

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25. Which scientist listed below was known for his experimental approach and numerous dissections in 384 B.C.?

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Aristotle is the correct answer because he was known for his experimental approach and numerous dissections. He was a Greek philosopher and scientist who made significant contributions to various fields including biology and anatomy. Aristotle believed in studying nature through observation and experimentation, and he conducted many dissections to understand the structure and function of different organisms. His approach to science laid the foundation for the scientific method and influenced future scientists in their approach to studying the natural world.

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26. In the year _____, Louis Pasteur repeated the soup experiment, determining the soup spoiled when exposed to air only if the air was not filtered.

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In 1864, Louis Pasteur repeated the soup experiment and discovered that the soup only spoiled when exposed to air that was not filtered. This experiment provided evidence for the theory of spontaneous generation and supported Pasteur's germ theory of disease. By demonstrating the importance of filtering the air to prevent spoilage, Pasteur's experiment had significant implications for the field of microbiology and contributed to the development of sterilization techniques.

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27. Perhaps the greatest contribution made to science by the _____ lay in the field of biology. The priests who prepared corpses for burial learned a great deal about human anatomy.(HINT: Please use correct grammar for this one-word answer.)

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The correct answer is Egyptians. The explanation is that the priests in ancient Egypt, who were often responsible for embalming and preparing corpses for burial, gained extensive knowledge about human anatomy through their practices. This knowledge proved to be a significant contribution to the field of biology, as it provided valuable insights into the workings of the human body.

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28. In 1673, Anton van Leeuwenhoek observe a type of alga of the genus____? Please use the image to answer this question. 

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29. Who invented the world's first compound microscope in 1610?

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30. In the year 1882 _____, a German biologists, uses dyes to stain cells.  Upon his examination of these cells, he finds rods that he calles "chromosomes".

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31. In the year _____, Camillo Golgi discovers the Golgi apparatus in cells.

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In 1897, Camillo Golgi made the discovery of the Golgi apparatus in cells. This organelle, named after him, is involved in the processing, packaging, and distribution of proteins within the cell. Golgi's research and identification of this structure greatly contributed to our understanding of cell biology and cellular processes.

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32. In 2006 researchers in the United States clone a sheep from an adult sheep cell.

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Cloning of a sheep from an adult sheep cell did not occur in the United States in 2006.

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33. Which scientist was the first to observe living cells using a simple microscope?  

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek was the first scientist to observe living cells using a simple microscope. He was a Dutch scientist and is often referred to as the "Father of Microbiology." Leeuwenhoek made his own microscopes and used them to observe various samples, including bacteria, sperm cells, and red blood cells. His observations greatly advanced our understanding of the microscopic world and laid the foundation for the field of microbiology.

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34. Which scientist tried several variations on John Needham's soup experiment. Thus resulting in no microorganisms grew in a sealed vessel.

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Spallanzani, Lazzaro tried several variations on John Needham's soup experiment. He conducted experiments where he boiled the broth for a longer period of time and sealed the containers by melting the glass necks. This prevented any microorganisms from entering the broth. As a result, no microorganisms grew in the sealed vessels, which supported the idea of spontaneous generation being incorrect.

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35. Anton van Leeuwenhoek observed Spirogyra and Vorticella, in which he animalcules.  What do modern biologists call them?(HINT: Please enter your answer in all lower case letters.)

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek observed Spirogyra and Vorticella, which are both types of microscopic organisms. These organisms, also known as animalcules, are now classified as protists by modern biologists. Protists are a diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms that do not fit into any other kingdom of life. They can be single-celled or multicellular and exhibit a wide range of characteristics and behaviors.

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36. Leeuwenhoek found growing in pond water a species called Vorticella and he called them animalcules.  What do we in the present day call them?  (Please check only one (1) correct answer)

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Leeuwenhoek discovered a species called Vorticella in pond water and referred to them as animalcules. In present times, we refer to them as protists.

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37. In the year 2004, tissue engineering used to grow new skin and blood vessels for transplant.

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In the year 2004, tissue engineering was not advanced enough to grow new skin and blood vessels for transplant. It was still in the early stages of development and had not yet reached the point where it could be used for such purposes. Therefore, the statement is false.

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38. In the year _____, Matthias Schleiden preferred to study plant structures under the microscope. While a professor of botany at the University of Jena, he stated that different parts of plants are composed of cells.

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Matthias Schleiden preferred to study plant structures under the microscope in the year 1838. As a professor of botany at the University of Jena, he made the groundbreaking statement that different parts of plants are composed of cells. This discovery was significant in the field of biology, as it laid the foundation for the cell theory, which states that all living organisms are composed of cells.

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39. In the year _____, Karl Von Baer discovers the mammalian egg.

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In 1827, Karl Von Baer made the discovery of the mammalian egg. This significant finding revolutionized the understanding of reproduction in mammals. Prior to this, it was not known how mammals reproduced and the discovery of the mammalian egg provided crucial insights into the process. Von Baer's discovery laid the foundation for further research and understanding of mammalian reproduction, and his work continues to be influential in the field of biology.

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40. Which scientist research suggested that all cells come from preexisting cells. This paved the scientific path for Louis Pasteur's work?

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Lazzaro Spallanzani's research suggested that all cells come from preexisting cells. This idea paved the scientific path for Louis Pasteur's work.

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All living organisms are composed of one or more ____?
In the year of 1665, Robert Hooke observes cork cells....
How many essential parts does the CELL THEORY have? (please enter a...
In the year _____ Robert  Hooke looks through a microscope at a...
All cells share characteristics that indicates that cells are related...
Rudolf Virchow noted that all cells comes from other cells.
Cells come only from the digestion system of existing cells.
Which scientist listed below observed cork cells through a basic...
Which statement is not found in "The Cell Theory"?
In 1897, __ __ discovers Golgi Apparatus in cells....
The cell theory states that all living things are made up of cells....
In the year _____ Robert Brown discovers the nucleus of the cell. He...
In 1665, _____ _____ published Micrographia, a book describing his...
In what year did Anton Van Leeuwenhoek used to simple microscopes to...
In 1665, an English scientist by the name of Robert Hooke was...
Organisms made up of one or more cells that have nucleus and...
Karl von Baer concluded that all plants were composed of cells.
The cell theory states that all living things are made up of cells....
In _____, Karl Von Baer discovered the electron microscope....
In 1830, _____ _____, was the first to recognize the nucleus (a term...
Researchers in Scotland cloned a deer from adult sheep cell in 1996
_____, a naturalist and cleryman in Scotland supported spontaneous...
In what year did Karl von Baer discover mammalian eggs?...
What year did Rudolf Virchow add his statement to the cell theory?
Which scientist listed below was known for his experimental approach...
In the year _____, Louis Pasteur repeated the soup experiment,...
Perhaps the greatest contribution made to science by the _____ lay in...
In 1673, Anton van Leeuwenhoek observe a type of alga of the...
Who invented the world's first compound microscope in 1610?
In the year 1882 _____, a German biologists, uses dyes to stain...
In the year _____, Camillo Golgi discovers the Golgi apparatus in...
In 2006 researchers in the United States clone a sheep from an adult...
Which scientist was the first to observe living cells using a simple...
Which scientist tried several variations on John Needham's soup...
Anton van Leeuwenhoek observed Spirogyra and Vorticella, in which he...
Leeuwenhoek found growing in pond water a species called Vorticella...
In the year 2004, tissue engineering used to grow new skin and blood...
In the year _____, Matthias Schleiden preferred to study plant...
In the year _____, Karl Von Baer discovers the mammalian egg.
Which scientist research suggested that all cells come from...
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