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Which one prevents photo-oxidation and pigment destruction?

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Phytochrome
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Phytohormone
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Phycocyanin
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Phyco-erythrin
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Solution

The correct option is A Phytochrome
Phytochromes are pigment present in the plant. They play vital role in the photoperiodism. They also prevent photooxidation and destruction of pigments like chlorophyll. They prevent the free oxygen radicals.
So, the correct answer is 'Phytochrome'

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