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The green pigment that traps light energy in plants is:

  • A chlorophyll
  • B haemoglobin
  • C melanin
  • D carotene

Correct answer: A. chlorophyll

Explanation: Chlorophyll absorbs light for photosynthesis.

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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