Most human cells range from 10 to 15 micrometers in diameter. What limits how large a cell can get?
A. Nutrients available in the environment of a cell
B. A cell's lifespan
C. The relationship between its length and surface area
D. The relationship between its volume and surface area
E. The relationship between its volume and length
Answer: D
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