Cell Size AP Bio

In order to optimize exchange across the membrane, cells should have a ________ SA:V ratio

• high

• low

Calculate the SA:V ratio for Cell 1

Calculate the SA:V ratio for Cell 2

Identify which cell would have the most efficient exchange through the plasma membrane.

• Cell 1

• Cell 2

Calculate the SA:V ratio for Cell A

Calculate the SA:V ratio for Cell B.

Identify which cell would have the most efficient exchange through the plasma membrane.

• Cell A

• Cell B