Multiple Choice
Which option correctly lists the three classic statements of the cell theory?
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1. Overview of Cell Biology
History of Cell Biology
Multiple Choice
Which statement is part of the classical cell theory?
A
The nucleus is the control center of the cell and is present in all cells.
B
All cells contain mitochondria that generate ATP by oxidative phosphorylation.
C
Cells arise spontaneously from nonliving matter under the right conditions.
D
All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.
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Recall the classical cell theory, which is a fundamental concept in cell biology developed in the 19th century by scientists such as Schleiden, Schwann, and Virchow.
Understand that the classical cell theory has three main parts: (1) all living organisms are composed of one or more cells, (2) the cell is the basic unit of structure and function in organisms, and (3) all cells arise from pre-existing cells.
Evaluate each statement in the problem against these three parts of the classical cell theory.
Note that the statement 'All living organisms are composed of one or more cells' directly corresponds to the first part of the classical cell theory.
Recognize that other statements either describe modern cell biology knowledge (e.g., mitochondria function) or are incorrect (e.g., spontaneous generation), and thus are not part of the classical cell theory.
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