In a paragraph, explain what effect very large small pores and their diffusion rates would have on the workings and mechanisms of a cell

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28 October, 08:01

In a paragraph, explain what effect very large small pores and their diffusion rates would have on the workings and mechanisms of a cell

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Christopher Logan · Answer 1

Despite differences in structure and function, all living cells in multicellular organisms have a surrounding cell membrane. As the outer layer of your skin separates your body from its environment, the cell membrane (also known as the plasma membrane) separates the inner contents of a cell from its exterior environment. This cell membrane provides a protective barrier around the cell and regulates which materials can pass in or out.

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Tatiana Mata · Answer 2

Small pores are effective in cellular transportation as compared to large pores.

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If the pores of the cell membrane become large in size then the rate of diffusion into and out of the cell would be very fast. This is not a good situation as in an organism with uncontrolled/high rate of cellular transfers could lead to death of cells. Hence small pores are effective in maintaining the required permeability, material transfers across the membrane, turbidity and water pressure for osmosis.