Question

A science student is using a microscope to study the cells of an organism. Identifying which organelles or other call parts would show that the organism is a plant, not an animal? Select THREE answer choices.

Answers:

Cell wall

Nucleus

Chloroplasts

Central vacuole

Endoplasmic reticulum

Answer 1

To identify that an organism is a plant and not an animal, the following three organelles or parts would be particularly indicative of plant cells:

1. **Cell wall** - Plant cells have a rigid cell wall made of cellulose, which is not present in animal cells.

2. **Chloroplasts** - These organelles are responsible for photosynthesis, allowing plants to convert sunlight into energy. They are not found in animal cells.

3. **Central vacuole** - Plant cells typically contain a large central vacuole that helps maintain cell turgor pressure and stores substances. While animal cells can have vacuoles, they are usually smaller and less prominent than in plant cells.

So, the three answer choices are **Cell wall**, **Chloroplasts**, and **Central vacuole**.