In 1839, Theodor Schwann would expand Schleiden's cell theory to include the animal world, establishing cell theory as the fundamental concept in biology. Schleiden included this article and others in a botany textbook--one that introduced new teaching methods which would dominate the instruction of botany for years.
Nasal septum: The dividing wall that runs down the middle of the nose, separating the two nasal ' cavities, each of which ends in a nostril. The nasal septum is composed of bone, cartilage, and 'membranes.
A deviated septum is an abnormal condition in which the top of the cartilaginous ridge leans to the left or the right, causing obstruction of the affected nasal passage. The condition can result in poor drainage of the sinuses.