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Which is correct about cell theory in view of current status of our knowledge about cell structure
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- It needs modification due to discovery of subcellular structures like chloroplasts and mitochondria
- Modified cell theory means that all living beings are composed of cells capable of reproducing
- Cell theory does not hold good because all living beings (e.g., viruses) do not have cellular organisation
- Cell theory means that all living objects consist of cells whether or not capable of reproducing
Correct Option: C
The exceptions to cell theory are viruses which do not possess a cellular machinery. They consists of DNA or RNA core surrounded by a protein sheath and lack cellular organisation.
