Question

Why do plant cells possess large sized vacuole?

Answer 1

In mature plant cells, a large central vacuole occupying most of the cell space is present. It is because, in the plant cells, vacuole does not only store food material and waste products, rather it also contains cell sap. The cell sap helps to keep the cell turgid and provides rigidity and support to it. Vacuole also helps in maintaining the water balance of the cell. Thus plant cells possess large-sized vacuoles.