Which of the following scientist is properly matched up with their contribution to the modern cell theory?

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Question 15 options:

Anton von Leeuwenheok --> discovered cells dividing in the 1800s

Robert Hooke --> invented the first microscope and viewed cork cells with it

Rudolf Virchow --> viewed "animicules" under the microscope, found from his own dental scrapings

None of the above

Answer 1

The properly matched scientist with their contribution to the modern cell theory is:

Robert Hooke --> invented the first microscope and viewed cork cells with it.

However, it's important to clarify that while Robert Hooke did observe cork cells and coined the term "cell," he did not invent the first microscope; he improved upon earlier designs.

Here's a brief overview of the other options for clarity:

• Anton von Leeuwenhoek is known for his work in microscopy and for being the first to observe single-celled organisms (termed "animalcules") in the 17th century, not for discovering cells dividing in the 1800s.

• Rudolf Virchow is known for the statement "Omnis cellula e cellula," emphasizing that cells arise from pre-existing cells, but he did not view "animicules" under the microscope; that was Leeuwenhoek's contribution.

Therefore, the best match given the options is Robert Hooke's contribution related to viewing cork cells.