Multiple Choice
Which organelles or structures are found in typical plant cells but not in typical animal cells?
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5. Cell Components
Introduction to Eukaryotic Organelles
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Which structure is typically found in plant cells but not in animal cells?
A
Ribosomes
B
Mitochondria
C
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
D
Cellulose-based cell wall
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Identify the key difference between plant and animal cells by focusing on unique structures present in plant cells but absent in animal cells.
Recall that ribosomes, mitochondria, and rough endoplasmic reticulum are organelles found in both plant and animal cells, so these are not unique to plant cells.
Understand that plant cells have a rigid outer layer called the cell wall, which provides structural support and protection; this cell wall is primarily made of cellulose.
Recognize that animal cells do not have a cellulose-based cell wall, which is a defining feature distinguishing plant cells from animal cells.
Conclude that the structure typically found in plant cells but not in animal cells is the cellulose-based cell wall.
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