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Starch-filled plastids — name
publish date: 2026/06/16 20:56:47.732384 UTC
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Plastids filled with starch are called what?
Correct Answer
amyloplasts
Explanation
Amyloplasts are plastids filled with starch. They are a type of leucoplast (colorless plastid) found primarily in storage tissues such as potato tubers and cereal grains. Amyloplasts store starch as an energy reserve for the plant and also play a role in gravity perception in plant roots.
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide
