Question

The “kitchen of the cell” is called

• A. Cell wall
• B. nucleus
• C. vacuoles
• D. plastids

Answer 1

The correct option is D

plastids

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Plastids are double-membrane organelles that are found in the cells of plants and algae.
2. Plastids are responsible for manufacturing and storing food.
3. These often contain pigments that are used in photosynthesis and different types of pigments that can change the color of the cell.
4. That is why they are called the kitchen of the cell.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

It provides the cell with both structural support and protection, and also acts as a filtering mechanism.

Option B:

The nucleus controls and regulates the activities of the cell.

Option C:

Vacuoles help in maintaining water balance in plant cells.

Final answer: The “kitchen of the cell” is called plastids.