Question

The role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis is

• A. Absorption of CO${}_2$
• B. Absorption of light
• C. Absorption of light and photochemical decomposition of water
• D. Absorption of water

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Absorption of light and photochemical decomposition of water

Chlorophyll is the major photosynthetic pigment, which absorbs light and plays a great role in photochemical decomposition of water. It provides the energy required during the photolysis.

So, the correct answer is option C.