Question

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

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.