Question

In both the iron sulfide hypothesis and the lipid membrane hypothesis, small, enclosed spaces are suggested as the precursors of the first cells. What role does having a small, enclosed space play in both these hypotheses?
It demonstrates how small cells could be used to build large organisms.
It creates surface area on which reactions can take place.
It helps explain why modern cells are small and enclosed.
It provides a space in which molecules can be concentrated.

Answer 1

The only thing I could find was answered by someone else. I hope it helps:
Alrighty, well lets start from the start - what do you know about the iron sulfide hypothesis and the lipid membrane hypothesis? -Is there a particular textbook that you use (this would also help me direct you to the correct answer)?

Also the key to this answer is - why do cells now need compartments? This should lend some light as to why cells then needed compartments.

Answer 2

@shrutipande9 @Frostbite

Answer 3

I don't think it's A.

Answer 4

ummm..i guess its B...

Answer 5

why b?

Answer 6

As @Kailee1423 said..understand why cell needs compartments...they create a specific environment so that different reactions can occur...

Answer 7

so what was it?