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The chloroplast is a large, folded, organelle that contains chlorophyll and is used for photosynthesis. Which of the following best explains why the

chloroplast is folded?

The folding increases the surface area for more energy needs
The folding decreases the amount of chlorophyll produced
The folding allows the plant to store more water
The folding allows the plant to release toxins

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Answer:the folding increases the surface area for more energy needs

Explanation:the folding increases the surface area of absorption of light into the chlorophyll molecule hence increasing the rate of photosynthesis

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