What is a cell? How are they different from atoms?

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Lapatulllka [165]3 years ago

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Explanation:

Cells are the basic building blocks of all living things. The human body is composed of trillions of cells.

cells are bigger than atoms. We can see cells with a microscope. Just as atoms have smaller parts called protons, neutrons, and electrons, cells have smaller parts, too. When you look at cells with a powerful microscope, you can clearly see hundreds of them.

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