What pigment gives most leaves their green color?
Answer
Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll is the pigment that gives most leaves their green color by absorbing mainly red and blue light while reflecting green light. It also captures light energy for photosynthesis.
| Category | Plants |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Other options in the game | Xanthophyll, Anthocyanin, Betalain |
| Source | Encyclopaedia Britannica |
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