What is the fluid matrix inside a chloroplast called?
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Correct answer: Stroma
The stroma is the fluid-filled region inside chloroplasts surrounding the thylakoids. It contains enzymes for the Calvin cycle and also contains chloroplast DNA and ribosomes.
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