Question

many scientists made significant contributions to the development of the cell theory. which of these does not correctly pair a scientist with his contribution to the cell theory? a matthias schleiden: all living things are made of cells b rudolf virchow: all cells come from pre - existing cells c theodor schwann: all cells come from pre - existing cells d anton van leeuwenhoek: cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things

Explanation:

Matthias Schleiden stated that all plants are made of cells. Rudolf Virchow proposed that all cells come from pre - existing cells. Theodor Schwann concluded that all animals are made of cells. Anton van Leeuwenhoek was a pioneer in microscopy but did not formulate the idea that cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things. The cell theory concepts about basic unit were developed by Schleiden and Schwann.

Answer:

A. Matthias Schleiden: All living things are made of cells, C. Theodor Schwann: All cells come from pre - existing cells, D. Anton van Leeuwenhoek: Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things