Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Cells as the basic units of living organisms

Cells as the basic units of living organisms — practice question

A cuboidal epithelium cell measures $2\,\mu\text{m}$ in length. This cell is roughly cube-shaped. What is the best estimate for the surface area : volume ratio of this cuboidal epithelium cell?

A1 : 2
B1 : 3
C2 : 1
D3 : 1

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