What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis that absorbs light energy

Practice Questions

Q1
What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis that absorbs light energy?
  1. Chlorophyll a
  2. Carotenoids
  3. Xanthophylls
  4. Chlorophyll b

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary pigment involved in photosynthesis that absorbs light energy?
Correct Answer: Chlorophyll a
  • Step 1: Understand that photosynthesis is the process plants use to make their food.
  • Step 2: Know that plants need light energy to perform photosynthesis.
  • Step 3: Identify that pigments are substances that absorb light.
  • Step 4: Learn that chlorophyll is the main pigment in plants.
  • Step 5: Recognize that chlorophyll a is the specific type of chlorophyll that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.
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