Surface Area to Volume Ratio and Actual Size Calculation Flashcards
1
Q
Is there a limit to how big a cell can be?
A
Yes, it is related to the time it takes O2 and nutrients to diffuse into a cell, and for CO2 and wastes to diffuse out
2
Q
As a cell grows what increases more rapidly?
A
A cells volume increases more rapidly than its surface area
3
Q
How to find surface area?
A
B x H x amount of sides
4
Q
How to find volume?
A
L x W x H
5
Q
How to determine actual size?
A
Actual size = field of view/number that fit across
