The Dutch Microscopist Who Sent Letters to the Royal Society

question 19

Multiple Choice

The Dutch microscopist who sent letters to the Royal Society of London describing his many detailed observations of life,including units later known to be cells,was

• A)Anton van Leeuwenhoek.
• B)Robert Hooke.
• C)Matthias Schleiden.
• D)J.Purkinje.

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Definitions:

Secretions

Substances produced and released by cells or glands in the body, such as saliva, mucus, or hormones, serving various physiological functions.

Sweat Gland

One of the small tubular structures situated within and under the skin that produce sweat as a means to cool the body.

Dysfunction

Impaired or abnormal functioning, as of an organ, system, or process in the body, leading to a variety of health issues or diseases.

Musculoskeletal System

The organ system that includes bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues, supporting and enabling body movements.