WAEC Biology 1992 Question 8

Question 8

Cell Structure and Organisation

Which of the following is not likely to be found in the cell of a ripe tomato fruit?

  1. A.Plastids
  2. B.Chlorophyll
  3. C.Cellulose cell wall
  4. D.Mitochondrion
  5. E.Mineral salts
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Chlorophyll)

Explanation

When tomato ripens its chlorophyll breaks down and red pigment takes over.