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endochrome (n.)
The coloring matter within the cells of plants, whether green, red, yellow, or any other color.
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The coloring matter within the cells of plants, whether green, red, yellow, or any other color.
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The endochrome is the central part of a chloroplast, which contains chlorophyll and other pigments responsible for photosynthesis.
The term "endochrome" is derived from Greek words, "endon" meaning "within," and "chroma" meaning "color," referring to the color-producing pigments found in the chloroplasts.
Endochromes are composed of thylakoid membranes, which are flattened sacs containing chlorophyll molecules and other pigments that absorb light energy.
Endochrome contains other pigments besides chlorophyll, such as carotenoids and xanthophylls, which help capture light energy and protect the chloroplast from damage.
