The leaves have a green pigment called _____, which helps leaves to capture the energy from the sunlight.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
- The word chlorophyll is derived from the Greek word khloros (green) and phyllon (leaves).
- Chlorophyll is a green pigment that acts as a photoreceptor. It is a pigment that absorbs light energy and aids in the photosynthesis.
- Chlorophyll exists in many forms, such as chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b, etc.
- The chlorophyll absorbs light energy of red and blue wavelengths. Whereas, the green light is not absorbed and is reflected back. Thus, the leaves appear green.