Science Reviewer: Cells and Cell Theory

Vocabulary flashcards based on lecture notes covering cell biology fundamentals, key scientists in cell theory, and prokaryotic characteristics.

Cell

The smallest unit of life.

DNA

Genetic material of the cell.

Chromosomes

Thread-like structures that carry genes.

Cell Division

Process where one cell forms two or more new cells.

Apoptosis

Programmed cell death.

Homeostasis

Maintaining a stable internal environment.

Robert Hooke

Coined the term "cell" after observing cork.

Antonie van Leeuwenhoek

First observed microorganisms.

Zacharias Janssen

Invented the first primitive microscope.

Matthias Schleiden

Determined that all plants are made of cells.

Theodor Schwann

Determined that all animals are made of cells.

Rudolf Virchow

Stated that all cells come from preexisting cells.

Francesco Redi

Disproved spontaneous generation using meat and maggots.

Prokaryotic Cells

Cells that have no nucleus and no membrane-bound organelles.