In plants, photosynthesis takes place in chloroplasts, which contain the chlorophyll. Chloroplasts are surrounded by a double membrane and contain a third inner membrane, called the thylakoid membrane, that forms long folds within the organelle.

Why do chloroplasts perform photosynthesis?

Chloroplasts absorb sunlight and use it in conjunction with water and carbon dioxide gas to produce food for the plant. Chloroplasts capture light energy from the sun to produce the free energy stored in ATP and NADPH through a process called photosynthesis.

Does Chromoplast perform photosynthesis?

This is because chromoplasts lack chlorophyll but chloroplasts contain chlorophyll and other carotenoids. Chromoplasts are usually not involved in photosynthesis but they play an important role in pollination by providing distinct colour to plant parts. Chlorophyll, on the other hand, performs photosynthesis.