Photosynthesis In Higher Plants Question 63

Question: What is/are the function(s) of accessory pigments?

Options:

A) They enable a wider range of wavelength of incoming light to be utilised for photosynthesis.

B) They absorb light and transfer the energy to reaction centre.

C) They protect reaction centre from photo- oxidation.

D) All of the above

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

[d] Carotenoids are accessory pigments and protect the chlorophyll from a lethal condition called photo-oxidation by a light of high intensity.