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Classify each plastid type by the pigment or content it contains.
publish date: 2026/06/15 18:20:22.730650 UTC
volume_mutePlastids are a family of plant cell organelles. Drag each plastid type into the correct category based on its contents.
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Contains chlorophyll (green)
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Contains carotenoids (yellow/orange/red)
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Colorless / stores starch
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Correct Answer
(1) Chloroplast,Contains chlorophyll (green)
(2) Chromoplast,Contains carotenoids (yellow/orange/red)
(3) Leucoplast,Colorless / stores starch
(4) Amyloplast,Colorless / stores starch
Explanation
The four plastid types and their contents:
| Plastid | Contents |
|---|---|
| Chloroplast | Chlorophyll — green; site of photosynthesis |
| Chromoplast | Carotenoids — yellow, orange, or red pigments |
| Leucoplast | Colorless; no pigment; found in non-photosynthetic tissue |
| Amyloplast | A leucoplast filled with starch granules |
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide