Vacuole Flashcards
1
Q
Storage?
A
Temporary store for nutrients and isolates waste products that may harm the cell so cannot be in the cytoplasm
2
Q
Turgor pressure?
A
Crucial for maintaining rigidity and structural support for the plant
3
Q
Storage in cell sap?
A
A solution of salts, sugars, enzymes and other substances- serving on a storage medium
4
Q
Cell sap- osmoregulation?
A
Helps regulate water balance- regulates osmosis- essential for turgity
5
Q
Cell sap- pH balance?
A
Maintain the internal pH of the cell
6
Q
Is it membrane based?
A
Yes
7
Q
What type of sac is the vacuole?
A
A fluid filled sac
8
Q
What is the tonoplast?
A
The membrane that surrounds the vacuole
The tonoplast contains cell sap
