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QuestionAnatomy and Physiology

Vacuoles are membrane-bound organelles in cells that serve various functions, mainly storage and waste disposal. The size and number of vacuoles can vary between plant and animal cells. Option A states that plant cells have many small vacuoles that store water. This statement is not entirely accurate because plant cells typically have one large central vacuole instead of many small ones. Option B states that animal cells have many small vacuoles that can store nutrients, water, or waste. This statement is partially correct, as some animal cells do have small vacuoles for storage, but not all animal cells have multiple vacuoles. Option C states that animal cells have one large vacuole that can store water, food, or waste. This statement is incorrect because animal cells usually do not have one large vacuole; instead, they may have a few small vacuoles or none at all. Option D states that plant cells have only one large vacuole that stores water. This statement is correct because plant cells typically have one large central vacuole responsible for storing water, ions, and waste products. Option E states that the vacuole is used for storage in both plant and animal cells. This statement is partially correct, as vacuoles are more common and significant in plant cells than in animal cells.

The correct statement(s) are: - Option D: Plant cells have only one large vacuole that stores water. - Option E (partially): The vacuole is used for storage in both plant and animal cells.