Question

question 47
chlorophyll is green because
a. photons of green light are reflected
b. an optical illusion due to refraction
c. none of the above
d. it absorbs blue and yellow which makes green light
e. it absorbs green wavelengths of light

Explanation:

Chlorophyll appears green because it reflects green light photons. Option d is incorrect as chlorophyll does not absorb blue and yellow to make green. Option e is wrong because if it absorbed green wavelengths, it would not appear green. Option b is an optical illusion - related wrong concept.

Answer:

A. photons of green light are reflected