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chloroplast

/ˈklɔːrəplæst/ noun · British & US
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What does chloroplast mean?

noun

A chloroplast is a membrane-bound organelle found in the cells of green plants and algae that is responsible for photosynthesis. It is a site of light-dependent reactions and contains pigments such as chlorophyll.

Example

"The chloroplasts in the plant's leaves were responsible for converting sunlight into energy."

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