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In chloroplasts, chlorophyll is present in

A

outer membrane

B

inner membrane

C

thylakoids

D

stroma

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Chloroplasts**: Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells and some algae that are responsible for photosynthesis. They contain various structures that play different roles in the process. 2. **Identifying the Structures**: In chloroplasts, there are several key components: - Outer membrane - Inner membrane - Thylakoids - Stroma 3. **Role of Chlorophyll**: Chlorophyll is the green pigment crucial for photosynthesis. It absorbs light energy, primarily from the red and blue wavelengths, and reflects green light, which is why plants appear green. 4. **Location of Chlorophyll**: Chlorophyll is specifically located in the thylakoids, which are membrane-bound structures within the chloroplasts. Thylakoids are arranged in stacks known as grana. 5. **Conclusion**: Since chlorophyll is found in the thylakoids, the correct answer to the question "In chloroplasts, chlorophyll is present in" is option C: Thylakoids. **Final Answer**: Option C: Thylakoids. ---
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