In photosynthesis solar energy is captured by the pigment called ___________. Fill in the blank.
Topic: Nutrition in Plants
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After all, solar cells are capable of absorbing more of the energy in sunlight because they capture it across the electromagnetic spectrum ranging from infrared to ultraviolet, whereas chlorophyll and other photosynthetic pigments absorb only visual light.
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Dear Student,
● Answer -
In photosynthesis solar energy is captured by the pigment called chlorophyll.
◆ Extra information -
- Chlorophyll is the most green-colored pigment useful for photosynthesis in plants.
- Chlorophyll absorbs light required for the process of photosynthesis.
- It is considered to be primary pigment and is available in two forms chlorophyll a & chlorophyll b.
- Some other imp pigments include carotenoids, anthocyanins, xanthophylls, etc.
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