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cell cycle
- why do we have many tiny cells rather than fewer larger ones?
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Smaller cells have a higher surface - area - to - volume ratio, which allows for more efficient exchange of materials (such as nutrients and waste) with the environment. Larger cells would have a lower surface - area - to - volume ratio, making it difficult to meet their metabolic needs and remove waste effectively.