Asked by darren
A scientist discovers what he thinks is a cell. Which question about this new discovery should the scientist answer first to determine if it is a cell?
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How long does it live?
How long does it live?
Can it reproduce itself?
Can it reproduce itself?
How large can it grow?
How large can it grow?
Does it contain DNA?
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Does it contain DNA?
Reason: presence of genetic material (DNA in all known cells) and a membrane/cytoplasm is a core criterion for being a cell. Reproduction, lifespan, or maximum size can vary or be absent (e.g., some cells don't divide, some are long/short‑lived), so they aren't definitive.
Reason: presence of genetic material (DNA in all known cells) and a membrane/cytoplasm is a core criterion for being a cell. Reproduction, lifespan, or maximum size can vary or be absent (e.g., some cells don't divide, some are long/short‑lived), so they aren't definitive.
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