How Does Plant Cell Division Differ from Animal Cell Division?

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Plant cell division differs significantly from animal cell division, particularly during cytokinesis. In plant cells, daughter cells separate by forming membrane vesicles that align at the cell's center, fusing to create new plasma membranes. Conversely, animal cells achieve separation by constricting the cytoplasmic bridge, effectively tightening it until the two daughter cells are fully divided. This distinction highlights the unique mechanisms of cell division across different kingdoms of life.

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I am wondering about the differences between plant vs animal cell division, mainly about cytokinesis.

Is the following a true generalization?

Plant daughter cells separate by forming membrane vesicles that line up in the center of the cell and fuse to form new plasma membranes.

Animal daughter cells separate by constricting the remaining cytoplasmic bridge until the two daughter cells become separated (like tightening a string around the cells).
 
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