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BotanyCell - The Unit of LifeMitochondria and PlastidsEasy2 minPYQ_2026
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The plastid that stores xanthophyll is known as __________.NEET 2026 (Re-NEET)

Options:

Answer:
C
Solution:

Plastids are classified based on the type of pigments they contain.

Amyloplasts are a type of leucoplast that store starch.

Aleuroplasts are a type of leucoplast that store proteins.

Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll and carotenoid pigments, which are primarily responsible for trapping light energy essential for photosynthesis.

Chromoplasts contain fat-soluble carotenoid pigments like carotene, xanthophylls, and others. These pigments impart yellow, orange, or red colors to various parts of the plant, such as flowers and fruits.

Answer: chromoplast

Stream:NEETSubject:BotanyTopic:Cell - The Unit of LifeSubtopic:Mitochondria and Plastids
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