Question

Draw a neat diagram of a plant cell and label any three parts which differentiate it from an animal cell.

Answer 1

Plant cell:

1. It is the fundamental unit of life in organisms of the kingdom Plantae.
2. The cells within the plants are eukaryotic, which possess a true nucleus along with unique compositions known as organelles that perform distinct activities.

The three parts, which differentiate a plant cell from an animal cell are:

Cell wall:

1. The animal cells do not possess a cell wall.
2. It is an outer layer found in plants, algae, some bacteria, and fungi.
3. Its prime function is to provide shape and protection to the cell.
4. It is primarily formed of cellulose.

Vacuoles:

1. Animal cells do have vacuoles, but in smaller sizes compared to plant cells
2. It is found within the cytoplasm of the plant cell enveloped by a membrane.
3. It is filled with fluid and helps to maintain water balance.

Chloroplast:

1. It is found in plant cells but absent in animal cells.
2. They assist in converting light energy into comparatively stable chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis.