Multiple Choice
Which statement best describes the classical cell theory in the history of cell biology?
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1. Overview of Cell Biology
History of Cell Biology
Multiple Choice
According to classical cell theory, which of the following activities is considered impossible?
A
Energy production through cellular respiration in mitochondria
B
Spontaneous generation of a new cell from nonliving matter without a preexisting cell
C
Cell division by mitosis producing two daughter cells
D
Replication of DNA prior to cell division
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Recall the main principles of classical cell theory, which states that all living cells arise from preexisting cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all organisms are composed of one or more cells.
Understand that classical cell theory rejects the idea of spontaneous generation, meaning a new cell cannot arise from nonliving matter without a preexisting cell.
Analyze each option in the problem: energy production in mitochondria, cell division by mitosis, and DNA replication are all processes that occur within cells and are consistent with cell theory.
Identify that the only activity considered impossible by classical cell theory is the spontaneous generation of a new cell from nonliving matter without a preexisting cell.
Conclude that this rejection of spontaneous generation supports the continuity of life through cell division and replication, which are fundamental concepts in cell biology.
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