8.2 Absorption Spectrum Of Photosynthetic Pigments

Question 1

Based on the absorption spectrum, Chlorophyll a (dominant pigment) absorbs best in _________

Answer 1

Red and violet-blue wavelengths

(Least in green)

Question 2

Based on the absorption spectrum, Carotenoids absorbs best in _________

Answer 2

Violet Blue

(Least: orange yellow)