Question

Which is Cu-containing pigment?

Answer 1

Cu-containing pigments:

1. Cu is referred to as the symbol of Copper.
2. In plants, copper-containing pigment is referred to as Plastocyanin.
3. In animals, copper-containing pigment is referred to as Hemocyanin.
4. Plastocyanin plays a role in Photosynthesis.
5. It helps in electron transport during photosynthesis.
6. Haemocyanin plays a role in oxygen transport through blood.
7. Haemocyanin is an oxygen-binding pigment and helps to carry oxygen in the blood.
8. Plastocyanin and Hemocyanin are Cu-containing pigments in plants and animals, respectively.