Botany-Cell Theory

NEET Botany Cell Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11

Who modified the original cell theory proposed by Schleiden and Schwann to include the concept that new cells are formed from pre-existing cells?

A

Rudolf Virchow

B

Theodor Schwann

C

Matthias Schleiden

D

Louis Pasteur

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Rudolf Virchow modified the original cell theory to state that new cells arise from pre-existing cells, summarizing it with the phrase 'Omnis cellula-e cellula'. This adjustment provided the cell theory with its final shape.

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