Parts of The Cell and Cell Cycle
Parts of The Cell and Cell Cycle
Parts of The Cell and Cell Cycle
Initially discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665, the cell has a rich and
interesting history that has ultimately given way too many of today’s scientific
advancements.
o He first saw cells.
o He was the first person to use the word “cell” to identify microscopic
structures when he was describing cork.
The cell theory states that:
• All biological organisms are
composed of cells
• Cells are the unit of life
• All life comes from pre-
existing life
Developers of Cell Theory:
• Matthias Schleiden (1838) - Stated that all plants
are composed of cells
I am the cells transport system. Their are two types of me, rough
and smooth. The rough type has ribosomes attached. I am the?