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Noun: chromoplast  'krow-mu,plast
  1. Plastid containing pigments other than chlorophyll usually yellow or orange carotenoids
    "Chromoplasts give many fruits and flowers their vibrant colours";
    - chromatophore

Derived forms: chromoplasts

Type of: plastid

Encyclopedia: Chromoplast