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Large membrane-bound fluid-filled spaces in cells
publish date: 2026/06/16 20:56:41.901928 UTC
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The large fluid-filled spaces enveloped in membranes that are found in many cells, particularly in plant cells, are what?
Correct Answer
vacuoles
Explanation
Vacuoles are large, membrane-bound, fluid-filled spaces found in many cells — particularly prominent in plant cells where a single central vacuole can occupy most of the cell's volume. They store water, nutrients, pigments, and sometimes toxic compounds. The vacuole membrane is called the tonoplast.
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide