Q. Which among the given is present in Chlorophyll molecule
β
Correct Answer: (B)
Mg
Explanation:
Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants responsible for photosynthesis. At its core, chlorophyll molecules contain a magnesium (Mg) atom, which plays a crucial role in capturing light energy.
- (A) K (Potassium) β Essential for plant growth but not a part of the chlorophyll molecule.
- (C) Fe (Iron) β Important for chlorophyll synthesis but not present in the chlorophyll structure.
- (D) Mn (Manganese) β Helps in photosynthesis but is not a part of chlorophyll.
Thus, Magnesium (Mg) is the correct answer.
Explanation by: Official MCQ Buddy
Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants responsible for photosynthesis. At its core, chlorophyll molecules contain a magnesium (Mg) atom, which plays a crucial role in capturing light energy.
- (A) K (Potassium) β Essential for plant growth but not a part of the chlorophyll molecule.
- (C) Fe (Iron) β Important for chlorophyll synthesis but not present in the chlorophyll structure.
- (D) Mn (Manganese) β Helps in photosynthesis but is not a part of chlorophyll.
Thus, Magnesium (Mg) is the correct answer.