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At what wavelengths there is maximum absorption by chlorophyll a?


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Chlorophyll a:

  1. Photosynthesis refers to the process in which green plants synthesize food carbon dioxide and water in the presence of chlorophyll and light energy.
  2. ‘Chlorophyll a’ is present in the chloroplasts. It is a chief pigment that exhibits a higher rate of photosynthesis.
  3. ‘Chlorophyll a’ shows maximum absorption at wavelengths 430-470 nm (blue region) and 660-670 nm (red region).

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