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Chapter 1 A Preview of Cell Biology 1.1 Multiple-Choice Questions 1) Robert Hooke coined the term cell when studying thin slices of cork. These ________ were the first cells observed because ________. 1. A) dead plant cells; the thick cells walls did not require high resolution or magnification to view 2. B) dead animal cells; they were immobile and did not need to be fixed before viewing 3. C) compartments; they were actually the result of multiple cells that had merged and died to form...

Test Bank for Becker's World of the Cell 9th Edition by Jeff Hardin Last document update:   ago

6) The body of knowledge obtained using methods based upon systematic observation is called a(n) A) theory. B) verstehen. C) science. D) ideal type. 7) Sociology is considered a science because sociologists A) teach at respected universities. B) engage in organized and systematic study of phenomena to enhance understanding. C) receive government funding for research projects. D) construct middle-range theories to explain social behavior. 8) Sociology, anthropology, economics, and hist...

Test Bank for Becker's World of the Cell 9th Edition by Jeff Hardin Last document update:   ago

4. D) The nanometer is the most common measurement used in measuring whole cells. 5. E) None of the above. Answer: C Chapter Section: 1.2 Bloom’s Taxonomy: Comprehension Learning Outcome: 1.2 Global LO: G4 7) Which of the following is closest to a micrometer in size? 1. A) the width of a strand of DNA 2. B) the length of a plant cell 3. C) the length of a chicken egg 4. D) a typical prokaryotic cell 5. E) the size of a ribosome Answer: D Chapter Section: 1.2 Bloom’s Taxonomy: ...