Of the following plastids, which is not paired with its proper function?

A) amyloplasts; sugar synthesis
B) chromoplasts; contain non-chlorophyll pigment that give flowers distinctive colors
C) chloroplasts; photosynthesis
D) proteinoplasts; protein storage
E) elaioplasts; lipid storage


Answer: A

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