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प्रश्न
Write two main functions of the plastids.
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उत्तर
The main functions of plastids are:
(i) Chloroplasts trap solar energy and use it to synthesize carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water by the process of photosynthesis.
(ii) Chromoplasts attract insects and other animals to ensure pollination and dispersal of fruits.
(iii) Leucoplasts store starch, proteins or lipids in cell.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
State whether the following statement is true (T) or False (F):
Plant cells contain large vacuoles.
Given below are the sketches of two types of cells A and B.

(a) Which one of these is a plant cell? Give reasons in support of your answer.
(b) List the cell structures which are common to both types.
(c) Name the structures found only in plant cells and those found only in animal cells.
Fill in the blanks:
A plant cell gets shape and support from its ______.
Fill in the blanks:
______ give colour to flowers and fruits.
Fill in the blanks:
Fluid-filled cell organelles that are usually larger in a plant cell than in an animal cell are called ______.
Identify any four parts of the Plant cell.
True or False – If false give the correct answer
Only plant cells have chloroplasts.
What are the functions of cell wall in plant cell?
Write about chloroplasts.
Draw a neat labelled diagram of an animal cell
