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Which of the following element forms the core of chlorophyll molecule?

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Fe
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Mg
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K
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Mn
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Solution

The correct option is B Mg

Chlorophyll molecule has a chlorin ring and a long phytol tail. The chlorin ring which is made up four cyclic structures called called pyrrole rings. These rings have Nitrogen atoms in them that surround a central magnesium atom.

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