Question

19. The factors which set the limit of cell size or volume are

I. The rate of metabolic activity.

II. The nucleo-cytoplasmic ratio or karyoplasmic index

III. The ability of oxygen and other materials to reach every part of the cell.

IV. The ability of waste products to pass outside.

V. The ratio of surface area to the volume of the cell.

Identify the correct set of statements.

(a) III and IV

(b) I and II

(c) Only V

(d) All of these​

Answer 1

The factors which set the limit of cell size or volume are:

1. The rate of metabolic activity.
2. The nucleo-cytoplasmic ratio or karyoplasmic index.
3. The ability of oxygen and other materials to reach every part of the cell
4. The ability of waste products to pass outside.
5. The ratio of surface area to the volume of the cell.

(d) All of the above is correct answer.