Plant cells have some unique structures that are not found in animal cells. The following structures are present in plant cells but not in animal cells:
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Cell Wall: Plant cells have a rigid cell wall that provides structural support, protects the cell, and gives it shape.
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Chloroplasts: Plant cells contain chloroplasts, which are specialized organelles that carry out photosynthesis. Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll, a pigment that absorbs light energy and converts it into chemical energy.
In addition to these two structures, plant cells also have a large central vacuole that is not found in animal cells. The vacuole is used for storage and helps maintain turgor pressure, which is important for plant cell structure and function.
It is worth noting that while animal cells do not have a cell wall, they do have an extracellular matrix that provides some structural support and helps cells adhere to each other.
