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The term protoplasm given to the jelly-like content of cells was first used by
Options
A von Baer
B Virchow
C Purkinjee
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D Malpighi
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Jan Evangelista Purkyně (Purkinje), a Czech anatomist and physiologist, coined the term 'protoplasm' in 1839 to describe the gelatinous fluid substance found inside cells.

Hint

This scientist's name starts with 'P' and he described the living substance inside the cell.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1087 of 2556
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