A cell's normal surface area:volume ratio (SA:Vol) is 3:1. As a rest of unusual uptake of water, it expands in size so that its SA:Vol changes to 2:1. Which statement below best describes the cells response. 1) The cell divides because it has too much surface area for its enclosed volume. 2) The cell is able to take up more materials due the decreased surface area to volume ratio. 3)The cell divides because it can no longer adequately acquire the necessary resources for its survival. 4) The cell changes it cell membrane structure, halting the further intake of water.

A cell's normal surface area:volume ratio (SA:Vol) is 3:1. As a rest of unusual uptake of water, it expands in size so that its SA:Vol changes to 2:1. Which statement below best describes the cells response. 1) The cell divides because it has too much surface area for its enclosed volume. 2) The cell is able to take up more materials due the decreased surface area to volume ratio. 3)The cell divides because it can no longer adequately acquire the necessary resources for its survival. 4) The cell changes it cell membrane structure, halting the further intake of water.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter3: The Plasma Membrane And Membrane Potential

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1TAHL: Which of the following methods of transport is being used to transfer the substance into the cell in...

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