ReNEET 2026 · Biology · Q98Cell: The Unit of LifeIn our bank: Strong match · 84%

The plastid that stores xanthophyll is known as __________.

  1. A.chloroplast
  2. B.chromoplast
  3. C.aleuroplast
  4. D.amyloplast

Correct Answer

(B) chromoplast

Solution & Explanation

Chromoplasts contain fat-soluble carotenoid pigments such as carotene and xanthophylls, giving plant parts their yellow/orange/red colour. (Amyloplasts store starch; aleuroplasts store proteins; chloroplasts carry chlorophyll.)

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