The Chloroplasts Flashcards
1
Q
What is the appearance of the chloroplast?
A
A small, flattened structure surrounded by a double membrane known as the chloroplast envelope.
2
Q
What is the function of the chloroplast?
A
The site of photosynthesis.
3
Q
Why does the chloroplast contain Ribosomes and DNA?
A
To create its own proteins needed for photosynthesis.
4
Q
What internal structures does the chloroplast contain?
A
Thylakoids, Grana & the Stroma.
5
Q
What is the purpose of Thylakoids?
A
Contains the green pigment chlorophyll, necessary for photosynthesis.
6
Q
What is the Stroma?
A
Thick fluid containing enzymes, sugars and starch grains.
7
Q
What does the Grana do?
A
The Grana stacks up to 100 disc like structures called Thylakoids.
8
Q
Why does the Stroma contain Enzymes?
A
To create sugars needed for photosynthesis.
