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Chlorophyll absorbs which colors of light most strongly?

  • A Green and yellow
  • B Red and blue-violet
  • C White light mainly
  • D UV mainly

Correct answer: B. Red and blue-violet

Explanation: Chlorophyll absorbs red and blue-violet light. Green light is reflected: this is why plants appear green.

Concept context

Light reactions, the Calvin cycle, C3/C4/CAM pathways, photorespiration, and factors affecting the rate of photosynthesis. One of the highest-yield NEET chapters.

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