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Which of the following are tenets of Cell Theory?

publish date: 2026/06/14 04:41:24.163858 UTC

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Select ALL statements that form part of the accepted Cell Theory.

Correct Answer

(1) Cells are the fundamental units of life
(2) Cells are the smallest entities that can be called living
(3) All organisms are made up of one or more cells

Explanation

Cell Theory has exactly three tenets:

  1. Cells are the fundamental units of life.
  2. Cells are the smallest entities that can be called living.
  3. All organisms are made of one or more cells.

"All cells have a nucleus" is not part of Cell Theory. Prokaryotic cells (such as bacteria) lack a true nucleus, yet are still cells.

Reference

Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide

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