Which one of the following would be found in the cells of a blade of grass but not in the cells of an insect feeding on that grass?
A)cytoskeletal elements
B)mitochondria
C)endoplasmic reticulum
D)chloroplasts
E)nuclei

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Chloroplasts are organelles found in the cells of green plants and algae that are responsible for photosynthesis. They contain chlorophyll and other pigments that capture light energy and convert it into chemical energy, which is used to synthesize carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water. Since insects do not have chloroplasts or photosynthetic capabilities, they would not have these organelles in their cells, even if they were feeding on a plant that contained them.

Which One of the Following Would Be Found in the Cells