Question

Are chromatophores present in prokaryotes?

Answer 1

Chromatophores:

1. Chromatophores are pigment-containing vesicles that are found in the cell cytoplasm.
2. They are present in prokaryotes such as cyanobacteria and Rhodospirillum.
3. In prokaryotes, chromatophores possess two main pigments- carotenoids and bacteriochlorophyll.
4. Chromatophores play vital roles in photosynthesis.