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Colourless plastid responsible for storage of proteins is

A

Amyloplast

B

Aleuroplast

C

Elaioplast

D

None

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Plastids**: Plastids are organelles found in the cells of plants and algae. They are involved in the synthesis and storage of food. 2. **Types of Plastids**: There are several types of plastids, including chloroplasts (which contain chlorophyll and are involved in photosynthesis), chromoplasts (which contain pigments), and leucoplasts (which are colorless). 3. **Focus on Leucoplasts**: Among the different types of plastids, leucoplasts are colorless and primarily involved in the storage of substances. They do not have pigments, which is why they appear colorless. 4. **Function of Leucoplasts**: Leucoplasts are responsible for storing various substances, including proteins, starch, and lipids. However, in the context of the question, we are specifically interested in the storage of proteins. 5. **Conclusion**: The colorless plastid responsible for the storage of proteins is called "leucoplast." **Final Answer**: Leucoplast ---
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