3. Cell theory was first proposed in 1838. Evidence obtained through additional scientific investigations resulted in the current cell theory. Which statement describes a component of the original cell theory that was removed because of the new scientific knowledge? (SC.912.L.14.1) * 1 point All living things are made of cells. All cells come from other preexisting cells. Cells form through spontaneous generation. Cells are the basic structural and functional units of life.
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The statement that describes a component of the original cell theory that was removed because of new scientific knowledge is:
Cells form through spontaneous generation.
This idea was discarded as scientific evidence showed that all cells arise from preexisting cells, which is a fundamental aspect of the modern cell theory.
