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Which of the following statements describes a benefit of most cells being

small?
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A. Small cells move more slowly than larger cells.
B. Small cells have a greater surface-to-volume ratio than larger cells.
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C. Small cells move more quickly than larger cells.
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D. Small cells have a smaller surface-to-volume ratio than larger
cells.

User Mike Nakis
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B. Because cells to have a greater surface to volume ration than larger ones
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Answer:

B. Small cells have a greater surface-to-volume ratio than larger cells.

Step-by-step explanation:

If a cell is too large, nutrients simply aren't able to diffuse through the entire volume of the cell quickly enough. ... Smaller cells have a much greater surface area to volume ratio allowing material to diffuse throughout the entire volume of the cell quickly and efficiently.

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