Which pigment plays the primary role in photosynthesis?

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23 May 2018
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Chlorophyll a is the main pigment responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis. While chlorophyll b, xanthophylls, and carotenoids assist in light absorption, chlorophyll a is essential for the light-dependent reactions.

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