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What is the function of contractile vacuoles, found in some single-celled organisms?
publish date: 2026/06/15 09:06:6.547064 UTC
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Some single-celled organisms have a specialized type of vacuole not found in most multicellular cells.
What is the function of contractile vacuoles?
Correct Answer
Expelling excess water and waste from the cell
Explanation
Contractile vacuoles are found in some single-celled organisms and are important in expelling excess water and waste from the cell. This is essential for maintaining osmotic balance in freshwater microorganisms, which constantly take in water by osmosis.
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide