In a cell, what is the effect of a large surface area to volume ratio?

A. Slower rate of exchange of waste materials
B. Faster heat loss
C. Faster rate of mitosis
D. Slower intake of food

B

Although many candidates realized that a greater surface are to volume ratio increased the rate at which heat was lost, many candidates wrongly believed it slowed down the rate of exchange of waste materials. Some teachers complained that the distracters were ambiguous, but it was believed at the grade award that this was not the case.