Atoms and Cells: Are They Connected?

In summary, atoms are the building blocks of cells and make up various types of molecules within cells. Atoms and cells work together to sustain life, with atoms providing essential molecules for cell functioning and structure. They cannot exist independently and are interconnected for survival. The study of biology relies on understanding atoms and cells, as cells are the basic unit of life and many biological processes rely on the interactions of atoms. Finally, atoms and cells are present in all living organisms, as cells make up the building blocks of life.
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Hey I know atom is very small particle. But is it true that cell are made from atoms.
 
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shina said:
Hey I know atom is very small particle. But is it true that cell are made from atoms.
EVERYTHING is made from atoms (except fundamental particles / radiation).
 
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Yes, one cell has millions of carbon atoms, which compound together to form the thousands of molecules inside that cell.
 
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Yaa this is the answer that I want
 
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EVERYTHING is made from atoms (except fundamental particles / radiation).
Yaa truly thanks
 

Related to Atoms and Cells: Are They Connected?

1. What is the relationship between atoms and cells?

The relationship between atoms and cells is that atoms are the building blocks of cells. Cells are made up of various types of molecules, which are made up of atoms. Atoms are the smallest unit of matter, and they combine to form molecules, which then combine to form cells. Essentially, cells are made up of atoms.

2. How do atoms and cells work together?

Atoms and cells work together in various ways to sustain life. Atoms make up the molecules that are essential for the functioning of cells. For example, oxygen atoms are used in the respiration process within cells to produce energy. Additionally, cells use atoms to create and maintain their structures, such as the cell membrane and organelles.

3. Can atoms and cells exist independently?

No, atoms and cells cannot exist independently. Atoms are the building blocks of cells, and cells are the basic unit of life. Without atoms, cells would not be able to function properly, and without cells, atoms would not have a larger structure to be a part of. They are interconnected and rely on each other for survival.

4. How do atoms and cells relate to the study of biology?

Atoms and cells are essential components of the study of biology. Biology is the study of living organisms, and cells are the basic unit of life. Understanding the structure and function of cells requires knowledge of atoms and how they interact to form molecules. Additionally, many biological processes, such as metabolism, rely on the interactions of atoms within cells.

5. Are atoms and cells present in all living organisms?

Yes, atoms and cells are present in all living organisms. All living things, from single-celled organisms to complex multicellular organisms, are made up of cells. And as mentioned before, cells are made up of atoms. Therefore, atoms are present in all living organisms, as they make up the building blocks of life.

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