When cells reach a certain size, they usually divide to create two smaller cells, which have a combined volume equal to the parent cell. what is the benefit of having two smaller skin cells over one large skin cell? a. two smaller cells have more genetic diversity than one large cell. b. two smaller cells require fewer nutrients than one large cell. c. two smaller cells have a greater surface area to volume ratio than one large cell. d. two smaller cells produce fewer wastes than one large cell.