Cell size notes

Front

Cells come in many different sizes and shapes.

Back

Correct

Front

Cells want to _________ their efficiency during life processes

Back

maximize

Front

Most cells are ______ because this maximizes their efficiency.

Back

small

Front

The larger the cell, the longer it takes to transport materials, process nutrients, or release waste.

Back

longer

Front

Cells are most efficient when they are _____ (options: small, large, fat, thin).

Back

small

Front

The surface area of a cell refers to

Back

The area exposed to the external environment.

Front

Volume refers to

Back

The amount of space inside a cell.

Front

Cells want a _______ surface area and a ______ volume.

Back

large; small

Front

The ____ of the cell has a greater surface area to volume ratio (SA:V ratio).

Back

small

Front

Click the image:Which cell has the largest surface area and smallest volume? Options: 1 micron cube (smallest), 2 micron cube (medium), 4 micron cube (largest)

Back

1 micron cube (smallest)