Plant cells often have a large membrane-bound sac that is used for storing water and other substances called a:
A)nucleus.
B)chloroplast.
C)Golgi body.
D)centriole.
E)central vacuole.

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The large membrane-bound sac used for storing water and other substances is called a central vacuole, which is unique to plant cells. Option A (nucleus) is incorrect as it is the organelle responsible for containing genetic material in cells. Option B (chloroplast) is also incorrect as it is the organelle responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells. Option C (Golgi body) is incorrect as it is responsible for packaging and modifying proteins in cells. Option D (centriole) is incorrect as it is an organelle found only in animal cells and is involved in cell division.

Plant Cells Often Have a Large Membrane-Bound Sac That Is