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24. In the 1830s, the scientist who developed the cell theory also stated that plant cells and animal cells are similar innature. Which of the following most likely led to this statement?A. the observation of cells with a nucleus in themB. the knowledge that new cells replace old cellsC. the theory that cells form through spontaneous generationD. the observation of some cells with well-defined rectangular shapes

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Plant and animals cells are both eukaryotic cells. They both contain a nucleus. The theory from 1830's tells us that all living things are made up of one or more cells. The cell is considered as the most fundamental unit of life. The nucleus is the most significant cellular part of the cell.

Answer - Option A - the observation of cells with a nucleus in them

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