AP Biologyeasymcq1 pt
Chlorophyll appears green because it
A.reflects green wavelengths while absorbing red and blue
B.absorbs green light most strongly
C.emits green light at night
D.contains iron like hemoglobin
Explanation
Core Concept
Chlorophyll's absorption peaks in the red and blue; the unabsorbed green light bounces back to our eyes. That reflected color is what we see.
Correct Answer
Areflects green wavelengths while absorbing red and blue
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