Question

What is the main photosynthetic pigment?

Answer 1

Photosynthetic Pigments:

The pigments that capture the light energy and convert it into sugars through the process of photosynthesis are known as photosynthetic pigments.

Main photosynthetic pigments in plants:

1. Chlorophyll a: Chlorophyll a is a bright blue-green pigment.
2. Chlorophyll b: Chlorophyll b is a yellow-green pigment.
3. Both chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b are the main photosynthetic pigments
4. Chlorophyll a and b pigments absorb the wavelength of light in blue and red regions of the visible spectrum.