Vacuole

The video explains the role of the vacuole in plant cells, highlighting its function in storing substances like water and salts, and its importance in maintaining cell shape and structure through turgidity. Without turgidity, plants would lose firmness, leading to wilting.

What is the primary function of the large permanent vacuole in plant cells?

List some substances that the vacuole stores.

How does the vacuole contribute to maintaining the cell's shape?

What is turgidity and why is it important for plant cells?

What would happen to plant cells and tissues without the vacuole?