Multiple Choice
In which organelle does photosynthesis take place in plant cells?
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12. Photosynthesis
Chloroplast
Multiple Choice
In plant cells, photosynthesis takes place in which organelle?
A
Mitochondrion
B
Golgi apparatus
C
Nucleus
D
Chloroplast
Verified step by step guidance1
Recall the primary function of each organelle listed: Mitochondrion is involved in cellular respiration, Golgi apparatus in protein modification and sorting, and Nucleus in storing genetic material.
Understand that photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, producing glucose and oxygen.
Identify the organelle responsible for photosynthesis by recognizing that it contains chlorophyll, the pigment that captures light energy.
Know that chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells that contain chlorophyll and carry out photosynthesis.
Conclude that among the options given, the chloroplast is the correct organelle where photosynthesis takes place.
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