Which of the following statements are correct regarding the general difference between plant and animal cells ?
1. Plant cells have cellulose cell walls whilst animal cells do not.
2. Plant cells do not have plasma membrane unlike animal cells which do.
3. Mature plant cell has one large vacuole whilst animal cell has many small vacuoles.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
1. Statement 1 is correct. A defining feature of plant cells is the presence of a rigid cell wall located outside the plasma membrane, primarily composed of cellulose. Animal cells do not have a cell wall.
2. Statement 2 is incorrect. Both plant cells and animal cells possess a plasma membrane (also known as the cell membrane), which regulates the passage of substances into and out of the cell.
3. Statement 3 is correct. A mature plant cell typically features one large central vacuole that plays roles in storage, waste disposal, protection, and maintaining turgor pressure. Animal cells, if they contain vacuoles, usually have many small vacuoles with various functions.
4. Therefore, the correct statements highlighting the general difference are 1 and 3.
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