Size Matters

As a cell grows, its volume and surface area increase at the same rate.

As a cell grows, its surface area increases faster than its volume.

As a cell grows, its volume increases faster than its surface area. (correct)

As a cell grows, its surface area decreases while its volume increases.

It starts producing more waste materials.

It starts producing more nutrients.

It becomes less efficient in exchanging materials with its surroundings. (correct)

It becomes more efficient in exchanging materials with its surroundings.

To prevent the cell from growing.

To prevent the cell from producing waste materials.

To ensure efficient exchange of materials with the surroundings. (correct)

To prevent the cell from becoming too efficient.

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