Question

what is the main function of vacuoles in an animal cell?

to store waste in the cell

to break down sugar and release energy that the cell can use

to break down waste and worn - out cell parts

to package proteins and other substances and send them to different parts of the cell

Explanation:

Vacuoles in animal cells are storage organelles. They store waste products, water, and other substances. Breaking down sugar for energy is the job of mitochondria. Lysosomes break down waste and worn - out cell parts. The Golgi apparatus packages proteins and other substances.

Answer:

to store waste in the cell