Porphyrin And Heme Synthesis

Question 1

What is a major distinguishing factor between porphyrin and porphyrinogens?

Answer 1

There is a sharp absorption band near 400 nm irrespective of side chain ( i.e type of porphyrin)

Question 2

Porphyrin absorbs both …….. And …….. Light?

Answer 2

Visible
Ultraviolet