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The basic unit of life is:

Answer: Cell.

  • A Atom
  • B Molecule
  • C Cell
  • D Tissue

Correct answer: C. Cell

Explanation: The cell is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms (Cell Theory).

Labeled diagram of an animal cell showing nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and other organelles

Animal cell structure with major organelles labeled. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.

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