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Why is the cell called the structural and functional unit of life?

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(i) In all living organisms whether as large as elephant of as small as bacteria, it is the cell which consitute the body. Hence, it is called structural unit of ife.
(ii) In all living organisms, it is the cell which performs different functions. The cells are the smallest units involved in the division of labour. Hence, it is called the functional unit of life.
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