Question

why is the cell called the structural and functional unit of life

Answer 1

Cell is called the functional unit of life because it performs all the metabolic activities inside the cell.
Cell is called the structural unit of life because cell give the structure of the organism.

Answer 2

Answer:

The cell is called the "structural and functional unit" of life because all living beings and every part of a living organism is made up of the primary unit called cell.

Explanation:

• Cell provides the basic structure to various body parts. Any function like digestion, excretion of the organ systems takes place basically in a cell.
• A cell basically provides the structure and performs the basic function of the organ, hence it is called as the structural, functional as well as the biological unit of life.
• Like, neuron the brain cell is behind transmission of neurosignals, nephron the kidney cell performs excretion. Cells support life and are the 'building blocks of life'.