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If a cell gets too large the function of the cell will decrease.
This is because of the surface area to volume ratio, when the volume increase the surface area increases at a slower rate so it is harder for things to pass through the cell, and not as much room for things to enter and exit the cell.
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How do diffusion and osmosis limit the size of a cell?
Diffusion and osmosis limit the size of a cell by restricting the rate at which molecules can move across the cell membrane. As the cell grows larger, the distance that molecules must travel to reach the center of the cell increases, slowing down the process of nutrient intake and waste removal. This puts a cap on the cell's size and limits its ability to function efficiently.
Is their no limit in how big or small a cell can be?
Cells typically have a size range of about 1-100 micrometers, with some exceptions. Cells like ostrich eggs or large nerve cells can be visible to the naked eye, while bacteria and viruses are much smaller. The size of a cell is primarily determined by its function and the need to maintain a proper surface area-to-volume ratio for efficient transport of nutrients and waste.
What is an organelle how does its structure affect its function?
an organelle is a small cell structure that carries out a function within the cell. I believe that the function is determined by the shape and size of it because the organelle needs to be a certain size to carry out all of the functions that need to be preformed.
Does the cytoskeleton limit cell size?
Yes, the cytoskeleton can influence cell size by providing structural support and helping to maintain cell shape. However, other factors such as the nucleus-to-cytoplasm ratio and metabolic demands also play a role in determining cell size.
What size must a cell be to function most efficiently?
Small, darlin' (:
How does osmosis and diffusion limit the size of a cell?
diffusion and osmosis limit the size of a cell by how fast is can move
How do diffusion and osmosis limit the size of a cell?
Diffusion and osmosis limit the size of a cell by restricting the rate at which molecules can move across the cell membrane. As the cell grows larger, the distance that molecules must travel to reach the center of the cell increases, slowing down the process of nutrient intake and waste removal. This puts a cap on the cell's size and limits its ability to function efficiently.
A cell grows in size until it reaches what?
Their size limit
Why cell transport and cellular communicator factor that limit cell size?
The cellular transport and cellular communication factor that limit the cell size because all the materials that go in and out of a cell must pass through the plasma membrane.
Why does a cell have a limit to a size?
To have better control of nucleus on over all activities of the cell.
What factors limit the size of a cell?
Cell size is limited by a cell's surface area to volume ratio. A smaller cell is more effective and transporting materials, including waste products, than a larger cell.
TO function most efficiently a cell must be?
any size
Is their no limit in how big or small a cell can be?
Cells typically have a size range of about 1-100 micrometers, with some exceptions. Cells like ostrich eggs or large nerve cells can be visible to the naked eye, while bacteria and viruses are much smaller. The size of a cell is primarily determined by its function and the need to maintain a proper surface area-to-volume ratio for efficient transport of nutrients and waste.
What does the size and shape of a cell tell us?
The shape of a cell may give us a clue about the function of the cell.
What things limit cell size?
DNA, Diffusion, and Surface Area to Volume Ratio.
Are cell size the same for all animals?
No. they vary according to function.
What is an organelle how does its structure affect its function?
an organelle is a small cell structure that carries out a function within the cell. I believe that the function is determined by the shape and size of it because the organelle needs to be a certain size to carry out all of the functions that need to be preformed.
