Who discovered the cells when he looked at a thin slice of cork under the microscope?a.Anton Van Leeuwenhoekb.Matthias Schleidenc.Robert Hooke

Break Down the Problem

1. Identify the historical figures mentioned in the options.
2. Determine who among them is known for discovering cells.

Relevant Concepts

• Robert Hooke is credited with the discovery of cells in 1665 when he examined thin slices of cork under a microscope. He was the first to name the "cells" due to the resemblance to the small rooms (cells) occupied by monks.

Analysis and Detail

1. Anton Van Leeuwenhoek: Known for his pioneering work in microbiology, he was the first to observe single-celled organisms but did not discover cells.
2. Matthias Schleiden: A botanist who contributed to cell theory but did not discover cells.
3. Robert Hooke: Published "Micrographia" in 1665, illustrating his observations of cork and coining the term "cell."

Verify and Summarize

The correct answer is verified by historical documentation of his work. Robert Hooke's findings laid the foundation for the field of cell biology.

Final Answer

c. Robert Hooke