Make a comparison and write down ways in which plant cells are different from animal cells.

Differences Between Plant Cells and Animal Cells:
1. Cell Wall:
– Plant Cells: Have a rigid cell wall made of cellulose, providing structure and support.
– Animal Cells: Lack a cell wall; their shape is maintained by a flexible cell membrane.

2. Chloroplasts:
– Plant Cells: Contain chloroplasts, allowing them to perform photosynthesis and produce their own food.
– Animal Cells: Do not have chloroplasts; they cannot produce food through photosynthesis.

3. Vacuoles:
– Plant Cells: Have a large central vacuole for storage, maintaining turgor pressure and storing nutrients.
– Animal Cells: Contain smaller or multiple vacuoles primarily for storage purposes.

4. Shape:
– Plant Cells: Usually have a fixed rectangular or square shape due to the cell wall.
– Animal Cells: Display various shapes, often round or irregular.

5. Lysosomes:
– Plant Cells: Fewer or absent lysosomes.
– Animal Cells: Contain numerous lysosomes for waste breakdown and recycling.

6. Mitochondria:
– Plant Cells: Contain mitochondria for energy production.
– Animal Cells: Also have mitochondria for energy generation.

7. Centrioles:
– Plant Cells: Typically lack centrioles except in lower plant forms during cell division.
– Animal Cells: Have centrioles aiding in cell division by forming spindle fibers.

8. Lipid Droplets:
– Plant Cells: Fewer lipid droplets.
– Animal Cells: May have more lipid droplets for energy storage.

9. Flagella and Cilia:
– Plant Cells: Usually lack flagella or cilia.
– Animal Cells: Some have flagella (e.g., sperm cells) or cilia (e.g., in the respiratory tract) for movement or sensory functions.