AP Biology : 2.1 Cell Structure: Subcellular Components – Study Notes AP PhysicsAP CalculusAP ChemistryAP Biology A. Living Things➢ All living things are composed of cells➢ According to cell theory, the cell is life’s basic unit of structure and functionCell is the smallest unit of living material that can carry out all the activities necessary for life➢ Why not be a GIANT CELL? SpecializationMust maintain high surface area:volume ratio to allow cellular exchanges across the membrane!