Question
Name the scientists who proposed the cell theory. Also, list its main postulates.

Answer

  • Cell theory was first proposed by Matthias Schleiden and Theodor Schwann; later Rudolf Virchow explained the origin of new cells.
  • It's postulates are:
  1. All living organisms are composed of cell(s) and it's/ their products.
  2. All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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