Most Cells Are Small Because

Multiple Choice

Most cells are small because

A) a reduced surface area-to-volume ratio increases metabolic rates within the cell.
B) a larger surface area-to-volume ratio increases the efficiency of processes within the cell.
C) small cells are able to live longer than large cells.
D) small cells lose less heat to the environment than large cells.
E) it is easier to package small cells within a cell wall.