Definition

A type of colorless structure found in plant cells that stores starch and can change into other types of plastids.

Example

Leucoplasts are important for storing starch in plant cells.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a leucoplast?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's a type of plastid in plant cells that helps store starch.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know plants had such specific structures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leucoplast → It is formed from "leuko-" (from Greek "leukos", meaning white) and "plast" (from Greek "plastos", meaning formed or molded). The word refers to a type of organelle in plant cells that is involved in the storage of starches, oils, and proteins, and is typically colorless or white in appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'white' ('leuko-') and 'formed' ('plast') to remember that a leucoplast is a colorless organelle that stores substances in plant cells.

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