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The chief pigment associated with photosynthesis is
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Correct answer: (c)
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Explanation
Why (c) is correct
Chlorophyll a is the chief pigment of photosynthesis: it forms the reaction centres of both photosystems and is present in all oxygen-releasing autotrophs.
Why the other options are wrong
- (a) · your answer Carotene is an accessory pigment.
- (b) · your answer Xanthophyll is an accessory pigment.
- (d) · your answer Chlorophyll b is an accessory pigment.
NCERT point: Accessory pigments widen the range of light used and protect chlorophyll a.
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