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Cell: The Unit of Life: Cell Size MCQ

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Cell SizeMediumQuestion 8008

Question

Why do most cells remain microscopically small?
  1. A
    A higher surface-area-to-volume ratio supports exchange
    Correct
  2. B
    Large cells cannot contain DNA
  3. C
    Small cells do not need energy
  4. D
    Only tiny cells can divide

Correct answer

A higher surface-area-to-volume ratio supports exchange

Explanation

Smaller cells exchange materials more efficiently because their surface area remains high relative to their volume.

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