Leaves are green due to the presence of a green colored pigment, called chlorophyll. The main function of chlorophyll is
A
To absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
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B
To absorb water and minerals from the soil.
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C
To give greenish color to the leaves.
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D
To perform photosynthesis in the presence of sunlight.
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Solution
The correct option is D To perform photosynthesis in the presence of sunlight. Leaves are green due to the presence of a green coloured pigment called chlorophyll. The main function of chlorophyll is to perform photosynthesis in the presence of sunlight.