The green colour of the leaves is due to-
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A.
Chlorophyll
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B.
Albumin
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C.
Carotene
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D.
Globulin
Correct Answer:
A. Chlorophyll
Explanation:
The green color of leaves is primarily caused by a pigment known as chlorophyll, which is located within the chloroplasts of plant cells. Chlorophyll is essential for photosynthesis, the process by which plants transform light energy into chemical energy. This pigment specifically absorbs light in the red and blue regions of the visible spectrum while reflecting green light, which is why leaves appear green to the human eye. While other substances like carotene (which reflects orange/yellow) are present in leaves, they are typically masked by the high concentration of chlorophyll during the growing season. Proteins like albumin and globulin are structural or functional components of cells but do not possess light-reflecting properties that contribute to plant coloration.
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