Which pigment protects plants from UV damage?

Chlorophyll

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Xanthophyll

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Phycocyanin

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Carotenoids

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Solution

The correct option is D Carotenoids
The UV radiations are responsible for the formation of oxygen radicals which cause the destruction of the cellular structures. The carotenoids are the antioxidants which are present as the pigments in the plant cells. The antioxidants scavenge the effect of the oxygen radicals and protect the cell from UV damage.
So, the correct answer is 'Carotenoids'

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