Question

Match the following:
$\begin{array}{cc}\text{Types of Plastids}& \text{Functions}\\ \text{i) Chloroplast}& \text{A. Stores starch}\\ \text{ii) Chromoplast}& \text{B. Traps solar energy}\\ \text{iii) Leucoplast}& \text{C. Present in petals}\end{array}$

• 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)

$\bullet$ 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.
$\bullet$ Chloroplasts are green plastids that trap the solar energy for photosynthesis.
$\bullet$ Chromoplasts contain yellow and red pigments, they impart colours to petals and fruits.
$\bullet$ Leucoplasts are colourless plastids which helps in the storage of starch.