Spherical cells of various sizes were observed under the microscope and their diameters recorded. Predict which of the following cells will require the greatest amount of time to move nutrients through its cytoplasm.
A. 8μm diameter
B. 5μm diameter
C. 1μm diameter
D. 2μm diameter
Answer (2)
The cell with the largest diameter (8μm) will require the most time for nutrients to diffuse through its cytoplasm. Larger cells have a lower surface area-to-volume ratio, which negatively impacts nutrient transport efficiency. Thus, the 8μm cell is the correct answer. ;
The cell with the largest diameter, which is 8μm, will require the greatest amount of time for nutrients to diffuse through its cytoplasm. This is because larger cells have a lower surface area-to-volume ratio, leading to reduced efficiency in nutrient transport. Therefore, the chosen answer is A. 8μm diameter.
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