Question

Read the passage and answer the following question(s).



Eukaryotic Cell Structures



Plant and animal cells contain several organelles that each have their own structure and function. However, all of the organelles must work together to keep the cell functioning and maintaining homeostasis. The image shows a plant cell and an animal cell.











A plant in the desert often experiences long periods without water. Type the organelle into the box that would help the plant cell survive in these conditions.



An increase in the size of the plant cell's
will help it store water to survive long periods of drought.

Answer 1

Central vacuole (vacuole)

Explanation: The large central vacuole stores water and maintains turgor pressure, helping the plant survive drought.