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Question
New cells arose from preexisting cells. This was proposed by: A. Hooke B. Leewenhoek C. Virchow D. Huxley
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The concept that new cells arise only from pre-existing cells (biogenesis) is a key tenet of modern cell theory and is formally attributed to Rudolf Virchow. This principle countered the earlier idea of spontaneous generation.
Hint
The same scientist associated with the Latin phrase 'omnis cellula e cellula'.