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Leaves appear green due to the presence of ______.

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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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