Question

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which sentence describes a feature of a large central vacuole that allows it to maintain a plant cells rigidity?
a. it allows water to pass into the cell.
b. it contains chlorophyll for photosynthesis.
c. it is made of tough material that provides support.
d. it exerts pressure on the wall of the cell.

Explanation:

The large central vacuole exerts turgor pressure on the cell wall, which helps maintain the plant cell's rigidity. Water - filled vacuoles push against the cell wall. Chlorophyll is in chloroplasts, not vacuoles. The vacuole is not made of tough support - providing material like the cell wall. Allowing water to pass into the cell is not the main feature for rigidity maintenance compared to exerting pressure.

Answer:

D. It exerts pressure on the wall of the cell.