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Yellow, orange, or red pigment plastids — name

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Most plastids that contain yellow, orange, or red pigments are called what?

Correct Answer

chromoplasts

Explanation

Chromoplasts are plastids that contain yellow, orange, or red pigments called carotenoids. They are responsible for the characteristic colors of many fruits, flowers, and roots (such as tomatoes, peppers, and carrots). Unlike chloroplasts, chromoplasts do not perform photosynthesis.

Reference

Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide


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