Chloroplasts:
- Contain chlorophyll, a green pigment that absorbs light energy from the sun.
- Use the light energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose through photosynthesis.
- Are essential for the production of food for the plant.
Cell Walls:
- Are rigid structures that surround the cell membrane.
- Provide support and protection for the plant cell.
- Help maintain the cell's shape and prevent it from bursting.
- Are made up of cellulose, a complex carbohydrate.
