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Which of the following is present in the core of chlorophyll molecule?

A
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
Mg is present in the central core of chlorophyll molecule in its tetrapyrrole ring structure. Without it chlorophyll cannot traps the solar energy for photosynthesis.
Hence, B is the correct answer.

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