Without cells, the world as we know it to be would cease to exist. Living in their own chaotic yet surprisingly organized universe, cells are responsible for every single sensation, thought, emotion, physical movement, and perception that we as humans are capable of experiencing. Basically, in the simplest term possible, cells are the fundamental component of all beings on Earth, including microscopic organisms such as bacteria and viruses. As small as they are, cells themselves are a product of thousands of different molecules and organelles that are bound together which work as a single unit to carry out the basic necessary functions that allow for the survival of organisms. In the 15th century, Robert Hooke invented an ingenious instrument that would forever alter the perspective of scientists worldwide. The instrument that he created has been amended several times throughout the course of history and resulted in what we today recognize as the “microscope”. This wondrous invention aided scientists with the discovery of cells and the magnificent processes they undergo to preserve the human life. Even though cells have been the main topic of wonder in the world of biology for centuries, scientists are still confounded by the ample amount of tasks cells have the ability to perform.
The miniature sizes of cells does not prevent them from carrying out functions that are essential for the survival of all living organisms. Even though they are the smallest unit of life, cells have the capability to perform tasks that go beyond our imagination. In other words, cells are our real, live, miniature superheroes, capable of creating, healing, strengthening, and maintaining millions of different species that can be found on this planet alone. From our very first breath as a child to our very last as an adult, cells are constantly fighting to keep our bodies alive. Just like any fictional superhero, cells are willing courageously sacrifice themselves in order for new cells to flourish so an organism can continue living. As the article "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson states: "There isn't anything they don't do for you."
