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The type of leucoplasts which store lipids are known as

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amyloplasts

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elaioplasts

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aleuroplasts

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chromoplasts

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Solution

The correct option is B elaioplasts
Plastids can be classified into chloroplast, chromoplasts and leucoplasts based on the types of pigment present in the plastids.

Leucoplasts are the colourless plastids which store nutrients. Amyloplasts store starch, elaioplasts store lipids and fats whereas aleuroplasts store proteins.

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(A) Plastids are found in all plant cells and in euglenoids.
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