What does the surface area/volume ratio of 6:1 mean for the cells ability to get the materials it needs that move across the surface?

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Johanna Suarez

1 September, 04:37

What does the surface area/volume ratio of 6:1 mean for the cells ability to get the materials it needs that move across the surface?

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Gabrielle Barajas · Answer 1

6:1 Ratio means that it is easier to move the materials. SA = ^2, while V = ^3. That means volume increases at a faster rate than surface area. That is why is it optimal to have a high SA:V ratio, which is why cells are so small.