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Cell Structure and Function

Cell theory, first observed by Robert Hooke in 1665, states that a cell is the basic unit of life, all living things are made of cells, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells. The modern cell theory expands on these principles by including concepts such as genetic information, cellular structure and function, and energy flow. Cell theory is fundamental to understanding diseases, advancements in medicine, and the overall foundation of biology.

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Cell Structure and Function

Cell theory, first observed by Robert Hooke in 1665, states that a cell is the basic unit of life, all living things are made of cells, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells. The modern cell theory expands on these principles by including concepts such as genetic information, cellular structure and function, and energy flow. Cell theory is fundamental to understanding diseases, advancements in medicine, and the overall foundation of biology.

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CELL STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

CELL THEORY
CELL THEORY
• In 1655 Hooke described ‘cells in a cork.’The concept of
cells was first observed by Robert Hooke in 1665, who
used a microscope to examine cork and noticed “small
boxes” that he called “cells
• The concept of cell theory was found in 1839 by
Matthias Schleiden (botanist) Rudolf Virchow. (1801-
1838).
• In 1857 Kolliker discovered the mitochondrian in living
cell.
• In 1959 Jasen discovered the first compound
microscope.
CELL THEORY
• The Cell Theory states that ;
• A cell is a basic unit of a living organism
• all living things are made up of cells.
• All cells arise from pre existing cells by
division.
• The activity of an organism depends on the
total activity of independent cells.
MODERN CELL THEORY
• Morden cell theory expands on the original
principles , incorporating concepts like;
• Genetic information.Cells contain hereditary
information (DNA) that is passed on during
cell division.
• Cellular structure and function.Cells are the
basic units of structure and function in living
organisms.
• Cells maintain homeostasis (a stable internal
environment).
• Energy Flow: Energy flows within cells during
metabolism.
• All cells are basically the same in chemical
composition in organisms of similar species.
IMPORTANCE OF CELL THEORY
• Understanding diseases e.g. cancer
• Advancement in medicine.
• Biotechnology and genetic engineering.
• Evolutionary biology .
• Foundation of biology.
• Cell theory is a cornerstone of modern biology,
providing a framework for understanding the
structure, function, and organization of living
organisms.
Examples of cell theory’s impact
• Cancer research.
• Infectious disease
• Regenerative medicine.

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