NEET2026BotanyCell - The Unit of LifeActual
The plastid that stores xanthophyll is known as __________.
Options
- Aamyloplast
- Bchloroplast
- Cchromoplast
- Daleuroplast
Correct answer
C. chromoplast
Step-by-step 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 flower