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Science Explainer- History of the cell: Discovering the cell

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Read the passage History of the cell: Discovering the cell. Then answer the questions below.
Read the passage History of the cell: Discovering the cell. Then answer the questions below.
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Question 1
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diseases
stem cells
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Drag each answer choice into the correct space. Not all answer choices will be used.

Plants and animals are made of __________, some of which can be reprogrammed into _______________that can be used to help treat _____________.
Question 2
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Drag the cell discovery to the correct box that indicates whether it is a contribution of early cell theory or an advancement in the understanding of cell biology.

  • chromosomes are discovered to contain genes that are passed to the next generation
  • scientists discover the structure of genetic material
  • scientists discover that simple cells develop into specialized cells
  • the cell wall is discovered in plant cells
  • scientists discover that the cell is the simplest unit of life
  • Early Cell Theory
Question 3
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Which statements about stem cells are supported by the passage? Select two correct answers.

Advancements in cell biology
Stem cells are not generated from other cells.
Stem cells are specialized cells with specific functions.
Only humans contain stem cells.
Adult tissues, such as skin, can be reprogrammed into stem cells.