I. Vacuole

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Animal Cell

¨Temporary structures

¨Also known as vesicles

Functions:

-Stores sugars

-Transports products from one part of cell to another.

-Protective function against invading bacteria

Plant Cell

¨Large and relatively permanent structure.

¨Contains cell sap. Membrane surrounding the large, central

vacuole is known as the tonoplast.

¨Functions:

-Maintain turgidity of cell.

-Store substances, eg nutrients, wastes, pigments