achromatium

/ækroʊˈmætiəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A part of the chloroplast in plant cells where the process of photosynthesis occurs.

“The scientists studied the achromatium of the plant to understand how it captures light energy.”

Synonyms

  • chloroplast
  • photosynthetic organelle

Antonyms

  • chlorophyll-free cell
  • photosynthesis inhibitor