Question

prior to cell theory and germ theory, in the 1600s - 1800s, some scientists supported the theory of spontaneous generation. the theory proposed that living (cellular) organisms could form from inanimate objects or from other unrelated organisms. for example, it was thought that cheese or grain could facilitate the formation of mice. which of the following principles of cell theory refute, or contradict, the theory of spontaneous generation? correct answer(s) cells arise from preexisting cells. all living things are composed of cells. the cell is the basic unit of life. all living cells came from another living cell. incorrect answer(s)

Explanation:

The theory of spontaneous generation claims life can form from non - living or unrelated things. Cell theory principles such as cells arising from preexisting cells, all living things being composed of cells, the cell being the basic unit of life, and all living cells coming from another living cell oppose this. They emphasize the continuity and cellular basis of life, ruling out the idea of life emerging spontaneously from non - living matter.

Answer:

Cells arise from preexisting cells., All living things are composed of cells., The cell is the basic unit of life., All living cells came from another living cell.