Question

plant and animal cells quick check
which statement applies to both a plant cell and an animal cell? (1 point)
a large, central vacuole provides water and certain nutrients for the cell.
a cell membrane regulates the movement of materials in and out of the cell.
chloroplasts make food for the cell using the energy of sunlight.
a cell wall surrounds, protects, and provides structure for the cell.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• Option 1: Large central vacuole is mainly in plant cells, animal cells have small vacuoles. Eliminate.
• Option 2: Both plant and animal cells have a cell membrane that controls material movement. Correct.
• Option 3: Chloroplasts are only in plant cells (for photosynthesis). Eliminate.
• Option 4: Cell wall is present only in plant cells (and some others), animal cells lack it. Eliminate.

Answer:

B. A cell membrane regulates the movement of materials in and out of the cell.