Question

Match the following:

$\begin{array}{cc}Typesofplastids& Functions\\ i)Chloroplast& A)storesstarch\\ ii)Chromoplast& B)trapssolarenergy\\ iii)Leucoplast& C)presentinpetals\end{array}$

• A. i-B), ii-A), iii-C)
• B. i-A), ii-B), iii-C)
• C. i-B), ii-C), iii-A)
• D. i-C), ii-A), iii-B)

Answer 1

The correct option is C i-B), ii-C), iii-A)

• Plastids are of three types depending on the pigment they contain and the colour they impart to plant parts. Plastids are also responsible for the preparation and storage of food.
• Chloroplasts are green plastids that trap the solar energy for photosynthesis.
• Chromoplasts contain yellow and red pigments, they impart colours to petals and fruits.
• Leucoplasts are colorless plastids which helps in the storage of starch.