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Describe some of the differences between plant and animal cells.

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A.These are the structures/organelle found in animal cells and are absent in plant cells:

1. Centrosome- is a microtubule-organizing center that is located near the

animal cell's nucleus.

2. Lysosome- this organelle is known as the cell's"garbage disposal".

Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down protein, sugar molecules,

lipids, and nucleic acid.

B. Organelles that are found in plant cells but are absent in animal cell includes:

1. Cell wall- it gives protection to the plant's cells, provides support as well

as gives the cell its shape.

2. Chloroplast- is the site where the process of photosynthesis occurs.

This gives the plants the ability in making their own food.

3. Central vacuole- compared to animal cells, plants have a large central

vacuole that regulates the cell's water concentration when there is a

change in environmental conditions.

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