Term Name: plastoglobule
Synonyms: PG, plastoglobuli
Definition: A lipoprotein particle present in chloroplasts. They are rich in non-polar lipids (triglycerides, esters) as well as in prenylquinones, plastoquinone and tocopherols. Plastoglobules are often associated with thylakoid membranes, suggesting an exchange of lipids with thylakoids.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:0010287]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: chloroplast stroma
is a type of: cellular anatomical structure