Which statement correctly indicates the cell that is able to more efficiently exchange materials with the external environment and provides a correct explanation?

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The question is asking which cell, between a bacterial cell and a human egg cell, can more efficiently exchange materials with its environment based on their surface-to-volume ratio. The question provides specific sizes for both cell types and asks for a statement that correctly assesses their efficiency in material exchange.

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The bacterial cell, because it has the largest surface-to-volume ratio.

The statement that correctly indicates the cell able to exchange materials more efficiently is: 'The bacterial cell, because it has the largest surface-to-volume ratio.'

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The statement that correctly indicates the cell able to exchange materials more efficiently is: 'The bacterial cell, because it has the largest surface-to-volume ratio.'

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Cells with a larger surface-to-volume ratio, like bacterial cells compared to human egg cells, are more efficient at exchanging materials.

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A common mistake is assuming larger cells have a larger surface-to-volume ratio. Actually, smaller cells have a greater ratio, facilitating efficient exchange.

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