Which of the following wavelengths of light is absorbed maximum for photosynthesis process?

Red light

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Blue light

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Green light

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Yellow light

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Solution

The correct option is B Blue light
Blue light is absorbed maximum for photosynthesis. 450 to 500 nm is the wavelength range of its absorption. Blue light being of higher frequency than red light absorbs more photons of light and is responsible for more photosynthesis.

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