The Latin name of cell is cella.
The term "cell" as used in biology originates from the Latin word "cella," which means "small room" or "chamber." This connection stems from Robert Hooke's observation of plant cells under a microscope in 1665. He likened the structures he saw in cork to the small rooms inhabited by monks, hence the adoption of the Latin term.
While modern cell biology has advanced significantly, the original terminology has persisted. "Cella" provides a historical link to the early understanding of biological structures.
