Question

Distinguish between leucoplast, chromoplast and chloroplast on the basis of their function.

Answer 1

Differentiation between leucoplast chromoplast and chloroplast is given as follows :-

1) Leucoplast refers to a colorless organelle found in plant cells, used for the storage of oil, while chromoplast refers to a colored plastid other than a chloroplast, typically containing a yellow or orange pigment.

2) Leucoplasts store nutrients including starch, fat, and proteins while chromoplasts are responsible for the synthesis and storage of pigments.

Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, absorb sunlight and use it in conjunction with water and carbon dioxide gas to produce food for the plant.