Question

what is cell theory and who proposed it ? give a detailed explanation ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The cell theory states that all living forms are made up of one or more cells, living cells produce from the pre-existing cells by cell division and the cell is the fundamental structure and functional unit of all life forms. The cell theory was proposed by Robert Hooke in 17th century.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Cell theory was eventually formulated in 1839. This is usually credited to Matthias Schleiden and Theodor Schwann.

The cell theory is as follows:

1. All living things are composed of one or more cells cells
2. Cell is the basic unit of life.
3. All new cells arise from pre-existing cells.
4. Cells carry genetic material that is passed to daughter cells during cellular division
5. All cells are essentially the same in chemical composition
6. All metabolic activities needed for existence of life occurs in cells.