Question

What are the different kinds of plastids? Mention their location and function.

Answer 1

Plastids are present in plants cells and are of three types.

• Chloroplast
• Chloroplasts
• Leucoplasts

Chloroplasts (Green colored plastids)

• Location: Present in parts of plant exposed to light.
• Function: They contain chlorophyll and are sites of photosynthesis.

Chromoplasts (Coloured plastid)

• Location: These can be usually found in flowering plants, ageing leaves and fruits.
• Function: Imparts colour to flowers and fruits.

Leucoplasts (The colorless plastids)

• Location: Present in non-photosynthetic parts of plants, such as roots, tubers, seeds, and many more.
• Function: They take part in the storage of food material.