Questions: The structure that easily distinguishes a plant cell from an animal cell is
Multiple Choice
mitochondria.
the nucleus.
the plasma membrane
the Golgi apparatus.
chloroplasts.
Transcript text: The structure that easily distinguishes a plant cell from an animal cell is
Multiple Choice
mitochondria.
the nucleus.
the plasma membrane
the Golgi apparatus.
chloroplasts.
Solution
The answer is the last one: chloroplasts.
Explanation for each option:
Mitochondria: Both plant and animal cells contain mitochondria, which are the powerhouses of the cell, responsible for producing energy. Therefore, mitochondria do not distinguish plant cells from animal cells.
The nucleus: The nucleus is present in both plant and animal cells, serving as the control center of the cell where genetic material is stored. It does not distinguish between the two types of cells.
The plasma membrane: Both plant and animal cells have a plasma membrane, which controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell. It is not a distinguishing feature.
The Golgi apparatus: This organelle is involved in modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins and lipids for secretion or use within the cell. It is present in both plant and animal cells, so it does not serve as a distinguishing feature.
Chloroplasts: Chloroplasts are present in plant cells but not in animal cells. They are responsible for photosynthesis, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy. This makes chloroplasts a distinguishing feature of plant cells.
In summary, chloroplasts are the structure that easily distinguishes a plant cell from an animal cell.