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MCQ
Assertion (A): Mesophyll cells contain few chloroplasts. Reason (R): These cells are not the site of photosynthesis.
  • A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
  • B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
  • C. A is true but R is false
  • D. A is false but R is true
✅ Correct Answer: D
Mesophyll cells contain numerous chloroplasts and are the main site of photosynthesis.
MCQ
Why are leaves the primary sites for photosynthesis in most plants?
  • A. Large surface area for light absorption
  • B. They store food
  • C. They have thick cuticles which prevent transpiration
  • D. They absorb water and have a good vein system
✅ Correct Answer: A
Leaves have broad, flat surfaces ideal for trapping sunlight, which drives photosynthesis.
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MCQ
What are mesophyll cells rich in, allowing photosynthesis?
  • A. Mitochondria
  • B. Nuclei
  • C.Vacuoles
  • D. Chloroplasts
✅ Correct Answer: D
Mesophyll cells have numerous chloroplasts where photosynthesis occurs.
MCQ
How does the structure of a chloroplast support its function in photosynthesis?
  • A. Grana and stroma compartments
  • B. Presence of different plastids
  • C. Thin walls for gas exchange
  • D. No membrane system
✅ Correct Answer: A
Grana carry out light reactions, while stroma hosts the dark reactions — both essential for photosynthesis.
MCQ
Which organelle is known as the site of photosynthesis?
  • A. Mitochondria
  • B. Chloroplast
  • C. Golgi body
  • D. Ribosome
✅ Correct Answer: B
Chloroplasts are the photosynthetic machinery of the cell.

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