Leaves appear green due to the presence of ______.

sunlight

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chlorophyll

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carbon dioxide

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nutrients

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Solution

The correct option is B chlorophyll
$∙$ The presence of chlorophyll in the leaves gives it the green colour.
$∙$ It's very important in the process of photosynthesis. It captures sunlight which is essential for the process of food production in plants.

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