List two types of plastids. State one function of each.
(N/A) The two types of plastids are $Chloroplasts$ and $Leucoplasts$.
$1$. $Chloroplasts$: These contain pigments like chlorophyll and are responsible for performing photosynthesis in plants.
$2$. $Leucoplasts$: These are colourless plastids that primarily function in the storage of nutrients such as starch,oils,and protein granules.
$1$. $Chloroplasts$: These contain pigments like chlorophyll and are responsible for performing photosynthesis in plants.
$2$. $Leucoplasts$: These are colourless plastids that primarily function in the storage of nutrients such as starch,oils,and protein granules.
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