Question

1. which of the following explains the statement \membranes organize cellular complexity\? cytoplasm is held within a cell by the cellular membrane. membranes allow specific functions to be most efficiently carried out inside the cell. free - floating dna within a cell is able to replicate. membranes provide protection from extracellular invaders.

Explanation:

Membranes in cells create compartments that allow different functions to occur simultaneously and efficiently. For example, the endoplasmic - reticulum, Golgi apparatus, etc. are membrane - bound organelles with specific functions. This organization is a key aspect of cellular complexity.

Answer:

Membranes allow specific functions to be most efficiently carried out inside the cell.