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What is the function of chloroplasts found in the cells of plant leaves?

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Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells and eukaryotic algae that conduct photosynthesis. Chloroplasts absorb sunlight and use it in conjunction with water and carbon dioxide gas to produce food for the plant. ... In this respect they are similar to mitochondria, but are found only in plants and protista.

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Chloroplasts absorb sunlight and use it in conjunction with water and carbon dioxide gas to produce food for the plant.
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