Question

Why is it beneficial for cells to be small? Select all that apply.
a. to quickly move waster products out of the cell
b. to create a small surface area to volume ratio
c. a small size slows down material exchange, which is beneficial to the cell
d. to facilitatee faster cellular reproduction
e. to allow sufficient nutrients to enter the cell

Answer 1

Answer:

a. to quickly move waster products out of the cell

e. to allow sufficient nutrients to enter the cell

Explanation:

Smaller cells have larger surface area to volume ratio which means that more of their surface is in contact with the surroundings. The more of the surface area exposed to surroundings facilitate diffusion of waste out of the cells and entry of nutrients into the cells. Since exchange of materials is supported by larger surface area to volume ratio, cells have a smaller size.