Question

why is the cell considered as structural and functional unit of life​

Answer 1

Answer:

Cell is called structural unit because body of all the organisms is made up of cells. It is functional unit of life because all the functions of body (physiological, biochemical. genetic and other functions) are carried out by cells.

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Answer 2

Answer:

A cell is capable of carrying out all the life functions, such as nutrition, excretion, respiration, etc. Hence a cell is called the functional unit of life. The cell is the smallest unit of life and all the living beings are made up of cells. Hence a cell is called the structural unit of life.