Multiple choice

What is special about a vacuole in a plant cell? 

  1. nothing

  2. it's the same as in an animal cell

  3. it is large, water filled and helps provide shape

  4. It helps produce food.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Unlike animal cells which have small, scattered vacuoles, plant cells have a single large central vacuole filled with water. This vacuole exerts turgor pressure against the cell wall, helping the plant maintain its shape and stay upright.

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