Plant cells are eukaryotic cells present in green plants, characterized by several unique features such as:
Cell Wall:
A rigid layer composed of cellulose, providing support and protection to the cell.
Plastids:
Chloroplasts: Responsible for photosynthesis, containing chlorophyll.
Chromoplasts: Synthesize and store pigments.
Leucoplasts: Involved in storing starch, lipids, and proteins.
Vacuoles:
Large, fluid-filled sacs that store water, nutrients, and waste products.
Maintain turgor pressure, supporting the cell structure.
Other Characteristics:
Typically have a fixed shape due to the cell wall.
Undergo cell division through mitosis, forming a cell plate during cytokinesis to create new cell walls.