Question

As the mitochondria metabolize the glucose, they produce carbon dioxide waste. Would the
CO, molecules be able to leave the cell faster if the cell had a smaller volume or larger volume? Explain.

Answer 1

Answer:

The CO molecules would be able to leave the cell faster if the cell had a smaller volume

Explanation:

A smaller volume leads to a greater surface area to the volume ratio. If the cell has a larger volume and grows beyond a certain limit, not enough material will be able to cross the membrane fast enough to accommodate the increased cellular volume.