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  • Chloroplasts: How Plants Convert Sunlight to Energy (Photosynthesis)
    The organelle in plant cells that turns energy from sunlight into food is the chloroplast.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Chloroplasts are the sites of photosynthesis. They contain a green pigment called chlorophyll, which absorbs light energy.

    * This light energy is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose (a type of sugar) and oxygen.

    * The glucose is the plant's food source, providing energy for growth and other functions.

    * Oxygen is released as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

    So, in short, chloroplasts are like tiny solar panels within the plant cell, converting sunlight into the energy the plant needs to survive and thrive.

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