Chloroplasts play an important role in energy production in plant cells. However, some parts of a plant, like the roots, lack chloroplasts. In one to two sentences, explain the most likely pathway for root cells to obtain energy, and identify the organelles involved.

Answer 1

Root cells likely obtain energy through the process of cellular respiration, which occurs in the mitochondria.

Answer 2

In three to five sentences, explain why animal cells do not require a cell wall or a central vacuole for their functions.