Question

Which of the statement(s) is/are incorrect regarding chloroplast?

• A. Chloroplasts are responsible for the synthesis of carbohydrates.
• B. Chloroplasts have a double layered membrane like mitochondria.
• C. A chloroplast is an essential part of both animal and plant cell.
• D. Chloroplasts are not responsible for the colour of leaves.

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

The correct options are
C

A chloroplast is an essential part of both animal and plant cell.

D

Chloroplasts are not responsible for the colour of leaves.

Chloroplasts are the sites of photosynthesis in plants. They have a double layered membrane like mitochondria. They are present only in autotrophic plants. Chloroplasts also contain a pigment called chlorophyll which is responsible for giving green colour to the plant parts.