Vacuoles in plant cells function similarly to which organelle in animal cells regarding the degradation of macromolecules?
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Correct answer: Lysosomes
Plant vacuoles contain various hydrolytic enzymes such as proteases and nucleases. This allows them to act as acidic compartments for the breakdown and recycling of cellular components, much like animal lysosomes.
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