Question

Which is the most widely occurring plastid?

Answer 1

Definition

Plastids are the special cell organelles that occur in the plant cell.

These are of three basic types.

1. Chloroplasts are green in color and carry out the process of photosynthesis in the leaves.
2. Chromoplasts are the red, yellow, and orange-colored plastids that help to give color to fruits and petals of flowers.
3. Leucoplasts are colorless plastids that stores carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.

Final answer

Chloroplasts are the most widely occurring plastids.