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Which of the following statements accurately explains why most cells are small?

A. Many small cells can transport more materials into and out of the cell than a single large cell can.

B. Small cells can reproduce more slowly than larger cells can.

C. Small cells reproduce more quickly than larger cells.

D. One large cell is able to transport more materials into and out of the cell than many small cells are.

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As the volume of the cell increases, the ratio of surface area
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