Question

What Is The Basis Of The Classification Of Plastids?

Answer 1

Plastids :

The classification of plastids done into three types:

1. Chloroplast : These are important for photosynthesis in plants.
2. Chromoplasts: It helps to impart color to the flowers and fruits, They are enriched by carotenoid pigments and lipid.
3. Leucoplasts: It helps to store materials like starch, oil and protein granules.They are colorless and they are differentiated into more specialized plastids