Question 10
Transport in AnimalsHigher organisms use a transport system and not diffusion only to distribute nutrients because
- A.the ratio of their surface area to volume is small
- B.metabolic waste products diffuse to the surface of the organisms
- C.the rate at which nutrients and other substances diffuse increases
- D.substances to be transported move shorter distances to reach the numerous cells
- E.the internal structures of the organisms are in direct contact with the environment
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (the ratio of their surface area to volume is small)
Explanation
Large organisms have a small surface area for their volume, so diffusion alone is too slow.