One of the structures found in plant cells but not in bacterial cells is the chloroplast. Chloroplasts are organelles responsible for photosynthesis, containing the green pigment chlorophyll that allows plants to convert sunlight into energy. Another key structure unique to plant cells is the cell wall made of cellulose, which provides support and protection. Additionally, plant cells have a large central vacuole that stores water, nutrients, and waste, helping maintain turgor pressure. Bacterial cells lack these organelles and typically have a different cell wall composition (peptidoglycan instead of cellulose).
