1. Vacuoles are membrane-bound organelles found in the cells of plants and some protists.
2. The vacuoles in plant cells store water, nutrients, and waste products.
3. Animal cells also contain vacuoles, but they are smaller and less prominent than those in plant cells.
4. Vacuoles help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells, which gives them rigidity and support.
5. Some protists have contractile vacuoles that help regulate water balance in the cell.
6. Vacuoles can also contain pigments that give flowers and fruits their vibrant colors.
7. When a plant wilts, it may be due to a lack of water in the vacuoles.
8. The vacuoles in yeast cells store enzymes and other proteins needed for digestion and metabolism.
9. Vacuoles can also act as storage depots for toxins in some plants, protecting them from herbivores.
10. Vacuoles play a crucial role in maintaining the overall health and function of a cell.