Question

Which of the following cells tend to have one large central vacuole that can take up to 90% of cell volume?

• A. Bacterial
• B. Plant
• C. Animal
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Plant

The main structural differences between plant and animal cells are the additional structures found in plant cells. These structures include chloroplasts, the cell wall and vacuoles. Vacuoles are large, liquid-filled organelles found only in plant cells. Vacuoles can occupy up to 90% of a cell's volume and have a single membrane. Their main function is as a space-filler in the cell, but they can also fill digestive functions and their interiors can be used as storage for nutrients.