The original cell theory has been expanded upon since it was first developed to include further additions due to advances in research on the cell. Which statements were not in the original cell theory, but are further explained by the modern cell theory? Check all that apply.
All cells are similar in structure and function.
Cell contains hereditary information that is passed from cell to cell during cell division.
Living cells can be created from dead cells.
All cells perform similar metabolic activities.
The modern cell theory further explains the following statements that were not in the original cell theory:
- Cell contains hereditary information that is passed from cell to cell during cell division.
- Living cells can be created from dead cells.
Thus, the correct options are:
- Cell contains hereditary information that is passed from cell to cell during cell division.
- Living cells can be created from dead cells.