If the absorption spectrum of photosynthetic pigments was restricted to the green portion of the spectrum, which pigment or pigments would be affected the least? a. carotenoids b. chlorophyll a c. chlorophyll b d. chlorophyll c
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Step 1: Understand that chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b are the main pigments responsible for capturing light energy in photosynthesis, while carotenoids are accessory pigments that help broaden the range of light wavelengths that can be absorbed. Show more…
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