Surface-To-Volume Ratio Is an Important Characteristic for Cell Function; Some

question 33

Multiple Choice

Surface-to-volume ratio is an important characteristic for cell function; some cells increase their ratio by

• A) developing finger-like projections.
• B) having multiple membranes surrounding them.
• C) growing extremely large to increase their surface area.
• D) using amoeboid movement to spread out farther.
• E) using phagocytosis to pull the membrane inward.

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Definitions:

Guttation

The exudation of drops of water from the tips or edges of leaves, resulting from root pressure in certain plants.

Transpiration

The process by which moisture is carried through plants from roots to small pores on the underside of leaves, where it changes to vapor and is released to the atmosphere.

Evaporation

The process by which liquid water turns into water vapor, removing heat from the environment, which can cool surfaces.

Venation Patterns

The arrangement of veins in a leaf or insect's wing, which can be used for identification and classification purposes.