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  • Vacuoles: How Water Pressure Supports Plant Cells
    The organelle that fills with water and pushes against the cell wall is the vacuole.

    Here's why:

    * Water Storage: Vacuoles are large, fluid-filled sacs that act as storage compartments for water and other substances.

    * Turgor Pressure: When the vacuole fills with water, it creates internal pressure called turgor pressure. This pressure pushes against the cell wall, giving the plant cell its rigidity and shape.

    * Importance in Plants: Turgor pressure is crucial for plant cells to maintain their structure, stand upright, and carry out processes like photosynthesis and transport of nutrients.

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