Question 4
Photosynthesis and Plant NutritionThe primary role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis is to
- A.split water molecules
- B.produce glucose
- C.absorb light energy
- D.fix carbon dioxide
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (absorb light energy)
Explanation
Chlorophyll is the green pigment that traps light energy; that energy then drives the splitting of water and the making of glucose.