What is the name of the fluid-filled sac in a plant cell that stores water and maintains pressure?
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Vacuole
While animal cells have small vacuoles, plant cells typically have one large 'central vacuole.' When it is full of water, it creates turgor pressure that keeps the plant from wilting.
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