Cell Structure and Function - Vacuoles/Lysosome

Question 1

vacuoles

Answer 1

• organelles that provide storage within a cell
• Used for storage of: water, salts, excess proteins, and carbohydrates
• Animal cells:Small
• Plant cells: Have a large central vacuole for water storage

Question 2

lysosomes

Answer 2

• small organelles filled with enzymes
• break down of lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins
• remove organelles that no longer function