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Introduction to cell biology - class-XI

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Cell theory states that

  1. All cells are living.

  2. All cells have nucleus.

  3. Cells are fundamental and structural units of living organisms.

  4. Cells reproduce by mitosis and meiosis.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. The cell theory states
1) Cells are the building blocks of living organisms.
2) All living organisms are composed of cells and a cell is the basic structural and functional unit
3) All cells arise from pre-existing cells.
So, according to the cell theory, all living beings are made of cells and cells are the basic structural units of living beings. 
So, Option C is the correct answer.

Cell theory was propounded by 

  1. Schleiden and Schwann

  2. Watson and Crick

  3. Mendel and Morgan

  4. Wallace and Darwin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The cell theory was jointly put forward by Schleiden and Schwann in their paper, "Microscope investigations on the similarity of structure and growth of animals and plants''. The theory stated that 'the cell are the units of both structure and function of the organisms'. 

Watson and Crick proposed the double helical structure of DNA. 
Mendel and Morgan did the genetic studies. 
Wallace and Darwin studied the natural selection. 

The cell theory is not applicable to____________

  1. Bacteria

  2. Algae

  3. Virus

  4. Fungi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The bottom line is that viruses are not alive and not related to cells in any way. The cell theory states that all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic units of structure and function of living things and that all cells come from other cells. Since, viruses are not made of cells and do not use cells in any of their processes, they are not related to the cell theory.

A virus is nothing more than a protein coat surrounding a piece of DNA or RNA. Sure, they can adapt to the environment and respond to stimuli, but they do not use energy, nor do they grow. These are all characteristics of cells.

Which of the following scientists discovered cell theory?

  1. Rudolf Virchow

  2. Mattias Scheiden

  3. Theodor Schwann

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cell theory is a scientific theory,  which describes the properties of cells. These cells are the basic unit of structure in all organisms and also the basic unit of reproduction. Cell theory was eventually formulated in 1838. This is usually credited to Mattias Schleiden and Theodor Schwann. The cell theory, was further expanded by Virchow. Cell theory, has become the foundation of biology and is the most widely accepted explanation of the function of cells.
So, the correct answer is option D.

Which of the following statement is not a statement from the cell theory?

  1. All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.

  2. Cells are the smallest unit of life that can replicate independently.

  3. The cell is the basic unit of structure and organisation in organisms.

  4. All cells come from preexisting living cells.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The cell theory is one of the basic principles of biology. The credit for the formulation of this theory is given to German scientists, Theodor Schwann, Mattias Schleiden. Cell theory, stated that cells arise from pre-existing cells. They donot have the potential to replicate independently. They depend upon the parent cell,  for the enzymes which are used for replication.
So, the correct answer is option B.

Who proposed the cell theory?

  1. Schleiden and Schwann

  2. Watson and Crick

  3. Mendel and Morgan

  4. Robert Hooke


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. The cell theory states
1) Cells are the building blocks of living organisms.
2) All living organisms are composed of cells and a cell is the basic structural and functional unit
3) All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

The smallest structural and functional unit of life is

  1. Organ

  2. Cell

  3. Tissue

  4. Organ system


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
  • The cell is the smallest structural and functional unit of living organisms, which can exist on its own. Therefore, it is sometimes called the building block of lifeCell theory has 3 basic points.
  • All living things are made of cells.
  • The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life.
  • All cells must come from pre-existing cells. Hence option B is correct.

T. Schwann and M. Schleiden were

  1. Dutch biologists

  2. English biologists

  3. Austrian biologists

  4. German biologists


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. Cell theory was considered as most acceptable theory which, elucidated the functioning of cell. The cell theory includes the following points -
1) All living things are made up of cells.
2) The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life.   
3) All cells must come from pre-existing cells.
So, the correct answer is option D.

Which of the following forms the highest level of organisation?

  1. Organ

  2. Cell

  3. Tissue

  4. Organ system


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  • The cell is the smallest structural and functional unit of life. 
A group of cells with similar functions and common origin forms the tissue. A collection of tissues forms the organ and performs a similar function. An organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform one or more functions. 
Thus, the highest level of organization is the organ system.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of living things?

  1. Perform cellular respiration

  2. Regulate their internal environment

  3. Reproduce

  4. Change their external environment

  5. Pass traits to offspring


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All the given characteristics are peculiar and prominent for the living things.
Living things cannot change their external environment, as because the external environment depends upon the several biogeographical factors. Living things adjust themselves according to external environment, as they have immense potential of homeostasis, which helps them to acclimatize according to the changing environment.  Skin and the hormonal response helps to sense the changing condition which is further analyzed by the brain in parietal lobe.

Who proposed the theory that "cells arise only from the pre-existing cells"?

  1. Hugo Von Mohl

  2. Rudolf Virchow

  3. Ernst Haeckel

  4. Robert Brown


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. The cell theory states 
1) Cells are the building blocks of living organisms.
2) All living organisms are composed of cells and a cell is the basic structural and functional unit
Later on, Rudolf Virchow added a new point in cell theory that 'all cells arise from pre-existing cells'.
So, the correct answer is option B.

Schleiden (1838) proposed that cell is the structural and functional unit of life. His idea was a

  1. Assumption

  2. Generalization

  3. Hypothesis

  4. Observation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term hypothesis means a proposition or a set of propositions set forth as an explanation for the occurrence of some specific phenomenon. In this case, the phenomenon was smallest constituent entity of living organisms. In 1838, German Botanist Matthias Schleiden found that all plant tissues are made up of cells which have essentially similar structure. German zoologist Theodor Schwann, 1839, working independently observed that animal cells do not have cell wall but are otherwise similar among themselves. Thus, the original idea of both the workers was a hypothesis based on their observation which had to be experimentally verified by other workers.

Which famous biologist was trained as a lawyer, at which work he was so unhappy that he even attempted suicide?

  1. Karl Nageli

  2. Matthias Jakob Schleiden

  3. Theodor Schwann

  4. Karl Gegenbaur


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Schleiden was the son of a well-to-do municipal physician of Hamburg. He first studied law at the University of Hamburg from 1824 to 1827 and obtained a doctorate. He subsequently practiced law in Hamburg, but was unhappy with his career choice and choose to develop his hobby of botany into a full-time pursuit.

So, the correct option is B. ( Matthias Jakob Schleiden )

A Group of similar cells performing similar functions is called a/an

  1. Organ

  2. Tissue

  3. Organ system

  4. Organism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A tissue is a group of similar cells performing similar functions. Each tissue has a specific function.

Who proposed the hypothesis that the body of plants and animals are composed of cells and product of cells?

  1. A German botanist

  2. A German zoologist

  3. A British zoologist

  4. A British botanist


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In 1838, Matthias Jakob Schleiden, who is a German botanist, was born in Hamburg located in Germany. He was a co-founder of the cell theory. He hypothesized that the body of plants and animals are composed of cells and product of cells.

Thus the correct option is A.

The dictum "Omnis cellula a cellula" was proposed by

  1. Theodor Schwann

  2. Rudolf Virchow

  3. Matthias Schleiden

  4. Robert Brown


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
  • The cell theory was postulated by Theodor Schwann and Matthias Schleiden in 1838. They are as follows-
  • All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.
  • The cell is the most basic unit of life. 
  • The third was added by Rudolf Virchow in 1855, which stated: "Omnis cellula e cellula" which means all cells arise only from pre-existing cells. 

So, the correct answer is option B.

The cell theory states that________________

  1. All cells have nuclei.

  2. All cells are living.

  3. Cells divide by both mitosis and meiosis.

  4. Cell is the functional and structural unit of plants and animals.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The cell theory that all the plants and animals are composed of cells and the cell is the basic unit of life, was presented by two biologists, Schleiden (1838) and Schwann (1839). In 1855, a German physiologist, Rudolf Virchow added a third principle to the cell theory. He gave the phrase, 'Omnis cellula-e-cellula', i.e., all cells arise from pre-existing cells. Later, discoveries led to the modification of cell theory. Modified cell theory is termed as cell principle or modern cell theory which postulates that all living organisms are composed of cells or cell products and arise from pre-existing cells. All cells are basically alike in chemical composition and metabolic processes.
So, the correct answer is option D.

Cell theory was established in

  1. 1838

  2. 1839

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

  • Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden 1838 and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. Cell theory was considered as the most acceptable theory which, elucidated the functioning of a cell.
  •  The cell theory includes the following points -
1) All living things are made up of cells.
2) The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life.   
Later on, in the year 1855, Rudolf Virchow added a new point in cell theory that all cells must come from pre-existing cells, which was also known as "Omnis cellula e cellula".

So, the correct answer is option B.

Which of the following is not correct?

  1. Robert Brown discovered the cell

  2. Schlelden and Schwann formulated the cell theory

  3. Virchow explained that cells are formed from pre-existing cells

  4. A unicellular organism carries out its life activities within a single cell


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Robert Brown discovered the cell is false because cells were first discovered by Robert Hooke.

Mathias  Schleiden, Theodar Schwann, and Rudolf Virchow formulated the cell theory, according to which all living organisms are composed of cells. 
Much of the work of  Rudolf Virchow was in proving that cells arise from preexisting cells. 

Organisms consisting of a single cell carry out all functions of life by means of that single cell. 
So, the correct answer is 'Robert Brown discovered the cell'.

One of the following contributed cell lineage to 'cell doctrine' or 'modern cell theory'.

  1. R. Hooke

  2. Schleiden and Schwann

  3. R. Virchow

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In 1855 Rudolf Virchow, after an exciting study of the growth of cells in human tissues, stated clearly that all arise only by the division of pre-existing cells. Virchow's famous statement of this concept, 'Omnis cellula e cellula', completed the cell theory. 

Cell hypothesis was proposed by T. Schwann, the cell theory was proposed by 

  1. M.J. Schleiden

  2. T. Schwann

  3. M. J. Schleiden and T. Schwann

  4. C.P. Swanson


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Theodor Schwann and Matthias Jakob Schleiden proposed the cell theory which describes the properties of cells. These cells are the basic unit of structure in all organisms and also the basic unit of reproduction.

The statement "All the tissues are made up of individual cells" was given by

  1. Schleiden

  2. Schwann

  3. Virchow

  4. Wallace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Matthias Jakob Schleiden, a German botanist who gave the cell theory, proposes that all plant tissues are composed of cells and that cells are the basic building blocks of all plants and generalized as all the tissue is made up of individual cells.

Who applied cell theory to plants?

  1. Schwann

  2. Schleiden

  3. Jensen

  4. Swanson


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cell theory was applied to plants by Schleiden. Theodor Schwann and Matthias Jakob Schleiden, proposed the cell theory which describes the properties of cells. These cells are the basic unit of structure in all organisms and also the basic unit of reproduction. The work on the plants was done by Matthias Jakob Schleiden.

The statement - All the tissues are made up of individual cells, is given by

  1. Schleiden

  2. Schwann

  3. Virchow

  4. Wallace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Two German biologists M.J.Schleiden (1838) and Theodore Schwann (1839) proposed the cell theory. According to the theory, all living organisms are composed of cells, which are the smallest entities that can be called as living.

Cells are the functional unit of an organism. Schleiden stated that all the tissues are made up of individual cells.
A German biologist Rudolph Virchow observed that all living cells arise from pre-existing cells (omniscellula e cellula) which was added to the cell theory as a doctrine. Alfred Russel Wallace, a British naturalist, conceived the theory of evolution through natural selection while working on Amazon River basin and then in the Malay Archipelago.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

Cell theory states that

  1. Cells have nucleus.

  2. Cells are the functional and structural units of plants and animals.

  3. All cells are non-living.

  4. Cells reproduce by mitosis and meiosis.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. It states that cells are structural and functional unit of plants and animals. The cell theory includes the following points -
1) All living things are made up of cells.
2) The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life.   
3) All cells must come from pre-existing cells.

Who among the following applied the cell theory to plants?

  1. Schwann

  2. Schleiden

  3. Jenseu

  4. Swanson


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The cell theory was developed from three German scientist's discoveries. They are Matthias Schleiden, Theodor Schwann, and Rudolph Virchow. In 1838, the German botanist Matthias Schleiden discovered that all plants were composed of cells.

Robert Hooke gave the phrase omnis cellula-e-cellula.

  1. True

  2. False


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cell theory was proposed by a German botanist, Matthias Schleiden and English zoologist, Theodor Schwann in the year 1839. Cell theory was considered as most acceptable theory which, elucidated the functioning of a cell. The cell theory includes the following points -
1) All living things are made up of cells.
2) The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life.   
Later on, in year 1855 Rudolf Virchow added a new point in cell theory that all cells must come from pre-existing cells, which was also known as "Omnis cellula e cellula".
So, the correct answer is option B.

In view of the current status of our knowledge about the cell structure, which of the following statement(s) about cell theory is/are correct?
(i) The cell theory does not hold good since all living organisms are not cellular in organisation.
(ii) The cell theory in its modified form means that all living objects are composed of cells capable of reproduction.
(iii) The cell theory means that all living objects consist of cells, whether reproducing or not.
(iv) The cell theory needed modification due to the discovery of sub-cellular structures such as chloroplasts and mitochondria.

  1. (i) and (ii)

  2. (i), (ii) and (iii)

  3. Only (i)

  4. (ii) and (iii)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The cell theory is one of the basic principles of biology. Credit for the formulation of this theory is given to German scientists Theodor Schwann, Matthias Schleiden and Rudolph Virchow.
The cell theory states-

1) All living organisms are composed of cells. They may be unicellular or multicellular.
2) Cells arise from pre-existing cells.
3) All living organism like virus are not formed by cells. 

Which of the following statements is related to the cell theory?

  1. All organisms are made up of one or more cells.

  2. All organisms must be able to reproduce.

  3. Cells have organelles to carry on their functions.

  4. Cells evolved from a primordial soup on early Earth.

  5. Cells are able to regulate their external environment.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cell theory has 3 basic points: All living things are made of one or more cells. The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life. All cells must come from pre-existing cells through cellular division.

Choose the correct statement with respect to cell theory

  1. All organisms are made up of one or more cells.

  2. All organisms must be able to reproduce.

  3. Cells have organelles to carry on their functions.

  4. Cells evolved from a primordial soup on early earth.

  5. Cells are able to regulate their external environment.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

  • The generally accepted parts of the cell theory include: All known living things are made up of one or more cells. 
  • All living cells arise from pre-existing cells by the division and cell is the basic unit of life.

Thus, the correct answer is option A. 

Cells were found to develop from pre-existing cells by

  1. Lamarck

  2. Schleiden and Schwann

  3. Virchow

  4. Leeuwenhoek


Correct Option: C

Who initiated cell concept?

  1. Robert Hooke

  2. Leeuwenhoek

  3. Grew

  4. Schleiden and Sohwann


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nehmiah Grew initiate cell concept when he found that plant tissues contain minute elementary structures or cells. Thus, it was a 'basic generalization' extended to all the plants by Schleiden. Schleiden by himself neither discovered cell nor described their structure but extended the cell concept to all plants.

Therefore C is the correct option. 

"Omnis cellula e cellula" is a generalization, given by

  1. Lamarck.

  2. Dutrochet.

  3. Leeuwenhoek.

  4. Virchow.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rudolf Virchow explained that cells divided and new cells are formed from pre-existing cells. "Omnis cellula e cellula" is also attributed to the Cell Theory, that works on a similar principle. The cell theory asserts that every organism is formed of the same units of the organisation, known as cells.

So, D is the correct option.

An individual has a number of different type of cells was first stated by ______________.

  1. Dujardin.

  2. Robert Brown.

  3. Dutrochet.

  4. Schleiden and Schwann.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Leeuwenhoek was the first to see 'free-living cells' under his microscope. In 1809, Lamarck concluded that all living beings are formed of cells. Living substance was first observed by Corti in 1772 and was named sarcode by Dujardin in 1835. Dutrochet believed in the individuality of cells, i.e., living organisms are made up of a number of individual cells. The nucleus was discovered by Robert Brown and Schleiden and Schwann are credited with the formulation of the cell theory. 

Thus, the correct answer is option C.

Cell theory was propounded by

  1. A botonist.

  2. A zoologist.

  3. Both a botanist and a zoologist.

  4. A psychlologist.


Correct Option: C

New cells generate from

  1. Bacterial fermentation.

  2. Regeneration of old cells.

  3. Pre-existing cells.

  4. Abiotic material.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
New cells generate from pre-existing cells. Rudolf Virchow (1985) first explained that cells divide and new cells are formed from pre-existing cells (omnis cellula-e cellula). He modified the hypothesis of Schleiden and Schwann to give cell theory a final shape.
Cell theory now is understood as:
All living organisms are composed of cells and the product of cells.
All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

New cells generate from :

  1. Bacterial fermentation

  2. Regeneration of old cells

  3. Pre-existing cells

  4. Abiotic materials


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

New cells generate from pre-existing cells. Rudolf Virchow (1985) first explained that cells divide and new cells are formed from pre-existing cells (omnis cellula-e cellula). He modified the hypothesis of Schleiden and Schwann to give cell theory a final shape.
Cell theory now is understood as:

  1. All living organisms are composed of cells and the product of cells.
  2. All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

    Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given.


    Which is not true about the cell theory?

    1. It states that all organisms are composed of cells

    2. It states that all cells come from pre-existing cells

    3. It states that bacteria and other small organisms can arise spontaneously

    4. It is accepted today by biologists as applying to virtually all forms of life


    Correct Option: C
    Explanation:

    According to the cell theory all organisms (unicellular or multicellular) are formed of cells. It also states that all cells arise from pre-existing cells by cell division and do not originate spontaneously. Bacteria and other organisms therefore cannot arise spontaneously. So, the correct answer is 'It states that bacteria and other small organisms can arise spontaneously'.

    State the following statements are true or false.

    New cells originate from the division of pre-existing cells. 

    1. True

    2. False


    Correct Option: A
    Explanation:

    • Reproduction is based on the phenomenon that new cells arise from preexisting cells. 
    • Spontaneous generation is not possible.
    This is one of the postulates of the cell theory.
    So, the correct statement is 'New cells originate from the division of pre-existing cells'.

    Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given .
    Evolution of the DNA $\rightarrow$ RNA $\rightarrow$ protein system was a milestone because the protocell could now

    1. be a heterotrophic fermenter

    2. passon genetic information

    3. use energy to grow

    4. take in preformed molecules


    Correct Option: B

    Who first propounded the cell theory stating that all living things are made up of cells or of material formed by cells?

    1. Asa Gray

    2. Matthias Jakob Schleiden

    3. Theodor Schwann

    4. Alfred Russel Wallace


    Correct Option: B,C
    Explanation:

    Cell theory is the idea that the cell is the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living organisms and that new cells are formed from other existing cells. This theory is one of the foundations of modern biology. First formulated in the early 1800s in landmark publications by Mathias Jacob Schleiden and Theodor Schwann, the foundations of this theory began in mid-1600s through advances in microscopy. Today, it is held that all organisms are composed of one or more cells, all vital functions of an organism occur within cells, and cells contain the hereditary information necessary for regulating cell functions and for transmitting information to the next generation of cells.

    So the correct option is 'Mathias Jacob Schleiden and Theodor Schwann'.

    Who proposed a modification in the cell theory?

    1. Schleiden and Schwann

    2. Rudolf Virchow

    3. Robert Hooke

    4. Marcello Malpighi


    Correct Option: B
    Explanation:

    Rudolf Virchow modified the cell theory and gave the concept of 'Omnis cellule e cellulae'- which means new cells develop by the division of the pre-existing cells. This is called the theory of cell lineage or common ancestry.

    The Latin phrase omnis cellula e cellula refers to a cellular principle. Which of the following statements is the best translation of this phrase?

    1. The cell is the basic unit of all structures.

    2. All cells arise only from pre-existing cells.

    3. Tissues are composed of similar cells.

    4. All organisms consists of one or more cells.


    Correct Option: B
    Explanation:
    Cell theory was postulated by Theodor Schwann and Matthias Schleiden in 1838. It includes the following points-
    All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.
    The cell is the most basic unit of life. The third was added by Rudolf Virchow in 1855, which stated: "Omnis cellula e cellula" which means all cells arise only from pre-existing cells.

    _________ was the first one to observe free living cells. The term cell was given by  ___________ . Cell theory was proposed by  _________ and ________ . All cells arise from pre-existing cells was suggested by ____________ .
    Select the correct sequence of names to complete the above paragraph.

    1. Robert Hooke, Virchow, Anton von Leeuwenhoek, Schleiden, Schwann

    2. Anton von Leeuwenhoek, Robert Hooke, Schleiden, Schwann, Virchow

    3. Robert Hooke, Virchow, Schleiden, Schewann, Anton von Leeuwenhoek

    4. Anton von Leeuwenhoek, Virchow, Schleiden, Schewann, Robert Hooke


    Correct Option: B
    Explanation:

    Antonie Philips van Leeuwenhoek was first to observe the living cell. He is commonly known as "the Father of Microbiology", and considered to be the first microbiologist. He is best known for his work on the improvement of the microscope and for his contributions towards the establishment of microbiology.
    The cell was first discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665, which can be found to be described in his book Micrographia. In this book, he gave 60 observations in detail of various objects under a coarse, compound microscope. One observation was from very thin slices of bottle cork. Hooke discovered a multitude of tiny pores that he named "cells". 
    Cell theory was eventually formulated in 1838. This is usually credited to Matthias Schleiden and Theodor Schwann.  Cell theory has become the foundation of biology and is the most widely accepted explanation of the function of cells.
    Virchow is credited with many important discoveries. His most widely known scientific contribution is his cell theory, which built on the work of Theodor Schwann. He was one of the first to accept the work of Robert Remak, who showed the origins of cells was the division of pre-existing cells.

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