a scientist discovers a new plant. after investigating its properties, the scientist concludes that the plant does not photosynthesize. what evidence might have led the scientist to draw this conclusion?
A ) the plant has a waxy coating on its leaves.
B ) the plant has no mitochondria in its cytoplasm.
C ) there are no chloroplasts in the plant's cells.
D ) there are stomata on the undersides of the plants leaves.
The correct answer is C) there are no chloroplasts in the plant's cells.
Chloroplasts are responsible for carrying out the process of photosynthesis in plants. They contain the necessary pigments and enzymes necessary to convert sunlight into energy. If the plant lacks chloroplasts, it is highly likely that it cannot photosynthesize.