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Chapter 3: Cells
Introduction to Cells
Cells are the fundamental structural and functional units of all living organisms. In Anatomy & Physiology, understanding the structure and function of cells is essential for comprehending how the human body operates at the microscopic level.
Definition: A cell is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all vital physiological functions.
Cell Theory: All living things are composed of cells, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells.
Types of Cells: Human bodies are composed of eukaryotic cells, which have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
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