Q.

Which of the following is an important function of a vacuole in plants?

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a

To store the cell’s DNA

b

ATP synthesis

c

To maintain cell turgor pressure

d

Protein synthesis

answer is A.

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The pressure that builds up against the cell wall of a plant cell due to the movement of water stored inside is called turgor pressure. Maintaining the cell's turgor pressure is a vital function of a vacuole. The vacuole maintains turgor pressure by regulating the osmotic flow of water. 

Hence, the correct option is to maintain the cell's turgor pressure.

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