Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 39m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 8m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 28m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System3h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

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Multiple Choice

Consider two cells with the same volume but with very different surface areas due to differences in their shapes. The cell with the larger surface area is likely to __________.

have a very high metabolic rate

be buried deep in the interior of an organism

be a prokaryotic cell

be nearly spherical in shape

be involved in the rapid uptake of compounds from the cell's environment

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Understand the relationship between surface area and cell function: Cells with larger surface areas relative to their volume can exchange materials more efficiently with their environment.

Consider the implications of a larger surface area: A cell with a larger surface area can absorb nutrients and expel waste more rapidly, which is crucial for cells involved in active transport processes.

Evaluate the options given: A high metabolic rate requires efficient exchange of materials, which is facilitated by a larger surface area. However, the option 'be involved in the rapid uptake of compounds from the cell's environment' directly addresses the function of increased surface area.

Analyze why other options may not be correct: A cell buried deep in an organism or being prokaryotic does not inherently relate to surface area. A nearly spherical shape typically minimizes surface area relative to volume.

Conclude that the cell with a larger surface area is likely involved in rapid uptake of compounds, as this function directly benefits from increased surface area for efficient exchange.