General ScienceQuestion 63 of 120
Which part of the plant cell carries out photosynthesis?
a.Nucleus
b.Mitochondrion
c.Chloroplast
d.Ribosome
Explanation
Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll, the green pigment that captures light energy to make sugar during photosynthesis. The nucleus stores genetic material, while mitochondria release energy from food.
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