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What is the green pigment in chloroplasts that captures light energy for photosynthesis?
publish date: 2026/06/15 18:20:21.332274 UTC
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Chloroplasts are the organelles responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells. They contain a specific green pigment that absorbs light energy.
What is this pigment called?
Correct Answer
chlorophyll
Explanation
Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in chloroplasts that captures light energy and uses it to drive the reactions of photosynthesis. It absorbs primarily red and blue light, reflecting green light — which is why plants appear green.
Reference
Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide