What is the size range of a eukaryotic cell?

Usually 10 to 100 micrometers across (about 10 times the size of a prokaryotic cell)

Answered by thatkid | 2024-06-10

The size range of eukaryotic cells is generally from 10 to 100 micrometers (µm) in diameter. Unlike prokaryotic cells, which are smaller and range from 0.1 to 5.0 µm, eukaryotic cells have developed specialized structures and organelles to enhance intracellular transport and support their larger size. This adaptation is crucial because as a cell grows, its volume increases faster than its surface area, making it more challenging to move materials into and out of the cell efficiently. Notably, some unicellular eukaryotes can be smaller, such as yeasts, while multicellular organisms like giant sequoias and dinosaurs represent the larger spectrum of eukaryotic cell sizes.

Answered by StefaniJoanne | 2024-06-18

Eukaryotic cells typically range in size from 10 to 100 micrometers (µm) in diameter. Unlike prokaryotic cells, which are much smaller, eukaryotic cells have a more complex structure requiring larger size for functionality. Their adaptations for size include specialized transport mechanisms for efficient material exchange.
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Answered by StefaniJoanne | 2025-01-10