What role does the vacuole play in the rapid movement of Mimosa pudica (sensitive plant) leaves?
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Correct answer: Rapid loss of turgor in pulvinus cells
The movement is caused by a sudden drop in turgor pressure in specialized cells of the pulvinus. This occurs when water is rapidly moved out of the vacuoles in response to an electrical or chemical signal.
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