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Which type of plastid is responsible for storing oils and fats in plant cells?
      

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a

Chromoplast

b

Leucoplast

c

Amyloplast      

d

 Chloroplast

answer is C.

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The correct answer is leucoplast.

Leucoplasts are colorless plastids that are responsible for storing different types of nutrients, such as oils, fats, and proteins, in plant cells. The type of leucoplast responsible for storing oils and fats is called an elaioplast.

Chloroplasts, on the other hand, contain chlorophyll and are responsible for photosynthesis.

Chromoplasts are responsible for giving fruits and flowers their bright colors.

Amyloplasts are responsible for storing starch in plant cells.

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