Question

A science student is using a microscope to study the cells of an organism. Identifying which organelles or other cell parts would show that the organism is a plant, not an animal? Select THREE answer choices. (1 point)
Responses

central vacuole
central vacuole

cell wall
cell wall

endoplasmic reticulum
endoplasmic reticulum

nucleus
nucleus

chloroplasts

Answer 1

To identify that the organism is a plant rather than an animal, the science student should look for the following organelles:

1. **Central vacuole** - Plant cells typically have a large central vacuole that holds materials and wastes.

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

3. **Chloroplasts** - Chloroplasts are the organelles where photosynthesis occurs and are characteristic of plant cells.

So, the correct selections are:

- Central vacuole
- Cell wall
- Chloroplasts