Assertion (A): The large central vacuole in plant cells helps maintain turgor pressure. Reason (R): It stores water and solutes, creating osmotic pressure that pushes the cytoplasm against the cell wall. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): The large central vacuole in plant cells helps maintain turgor pressure.
Reason (R): It stores water and solutes, creating osmotic pressure that pushes the cytoplasm against the cell wall.
A. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.
B. A true, R false.
C. A false, R true.
D. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The vacuole’s solute concentration draws water, generating turgor pressure that maintains cell rigidity. This is essential for support in plants. R explains A.

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