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  • Plastids: The Plant Organelles Responsible for Starch, Pigment, and Lipid Storage
    The plant organelle that stores starches or lipids that contain pigments is the plastid.

    Here's why:

    * Plastids are a group of organelles found in plant cells. They are responsible for various functions, including photosynthesis, storage, and pigment production.

    * Amyloplasts are a type of plastid that specifically stores starch.

    * Chromoplasts are another type of plastid that store pigments like carotenoids, which give fruits and flowers their vibrant colors.

    * Elaioplasts are plastids that store lipids. While they might not contain pigments directly, they can contribute to the overall color of a plant by affecting how light is reflected.

    Therefore, plastids are the key players in storing starches, lipids, and pigments in plant cells.

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