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Identify chlorophyll as a green pigment located in chloroplasts.

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Identify chlorophyll as a green pigment located in chloroplasts

  • This point belongs to Photosynthesis, especially Photosynthesis outcomes.
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Role of Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is a green pigment located in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

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    Explain the importance of chlorophyll in photosynthesis.

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