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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