Name two organelles that are present in a plant cell that are not present in an animal cell and state their functions?

There are many organelles you could choose from so long as it is only present in plant cells and you can explain it's function it is appropriate. Examples include:Cell wall - provides structural support made from cellulose Vacuole - contains cell sap and helps to keep the cell turgid (the right shape)Chloroplasts - contains the pigment chlorophyll which absorbs light energy and uses it for photosynthesis to produce fuel for the cell

TB
Answered by Thomas B. Biology tutor

4196 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Describe the structure of the DNA of a eukaryotic cell


Give advantages and disadvantages of treating patients with an artificial heart.


Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder caused by recessive alleles. Complete a Punnet square to show the inheritance of cystic fibrosis when both parents are carriers. State the probability of that a child born to these parents will have cystic fibrosis.


What is photosynthesis and where does in occur?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning