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General Knowledge · Q1055

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 1055

Q1055

Which one is important in photosynthesis to allows plants to absorb energy from light?

A.
Xanthophyll
B.
Carotene
C.
Chlorophyll
Answer
D.
Phaeophytin

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Photosynthetic cells contain special pigments that absorb light energy. Different pigments respond to different wavelengths of visible light. Chlorophyll, the primary pigment used in photosynthesis, reflects green light and absorbs red and blue light most strongly.