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What does “Cell theory” actually mean in Cell: The Unit of Life, and why does it matter for NEET?

all living organisms are made of cells, and every cell arises from a pre-existing cell.

In simple words: all living organisms are made of cells, and every cell arises from a pre-existing cell. Getting Cell theory clear matters because NEET questions on Cell: The Unit of Life usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.

Key point

Cell theory

Common mistake

forgetting Virchow's addition that cells come only from other cells.

Memory tip

Schleiden + Schwann said 'all life is cells'; Virchow added 'cells from cells'.

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