NEET Botany Light Reaction MCQ Question
What is the primary function of accessory pigments in the light reaction of photosynthesis?
They trap light and transfer energy to chlorophyll a.
They fix carbon dioxide into carbohydrates.
They synthesize ATP and NADPH.
They protect plants from herbivores.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Accessory pigments like chlorophyll b, xanthophylls, and carotenoids absorb light and transfer the energy to chlorophyll a, thereby enabling a wider range of wavelengths to be utilized for photosynthesis and protecting chlorophyll a from photo-oxidation.
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