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Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll

A family of light-absorbing pigments that transfers excitation energy to photosynthetic reaction centers.

Overview

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is a green pigment that absorbs some colors of light. Its captured energy helps power photosynthesis.

Quick Facts

AT A GLANCE
TopicPhotosynthesis & Carbon Cycle

Follow the Connections

See how Chlorophyll links to other biological records.

Open network
ProcessLight-dependent ReactionsusesMolecular complexPhotosystem IIcontains pigmentMolecular complexPhotosystem Icontains pigment
All 3 Structured Connections
Light-dependent Reactions · ProcessUSES →Chlorophyll · Molecule
Photosystem II · Molecular complexCONTAINS PIGMENT →Chlorophyll · Molecule
Photosystem I · Molecular complexCONTAINS PIGMENT →Chlorophyll · Molecule

Recommended Reading

Trusted references for learning more about Chlorophyll.

textbookThe Light-Dependent Reactions of PhotosynthesisOpenStax Biology 2e
Research Claims

Chlorophyll composition, binding environment, and excited-state dynamics vary among photosynthetic complexes and organisms.