Overview
Photosynthetic pigments, primarily chlorophyll and carotenoids, are essential for the process of photosynthesis, allowing plants to capture light energy and convert it into chemical energy. Chlorophyll absorbs mainly blue and red light, while carotenoids absorb blue-green light, providing a broader ...
Key Terms
Example: Chlorophyll gives leaves their green color.
Example: Carotenoids are responsible for the orange color of carrots.
Example: Photosynthesis produces oxygen as a byproduct.
Example: Plants absorb sunlight through chlorophyll.
Example: Photosystem II is involved in the light-dependent reactions.
Example: The visible spectrum includes red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
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Key Concepts
ChlorophyllCarotenoidsLight AbsorptionPhotosynthesis