Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

When a green leaf is seen in red light, its colour will be

  1. Green

  2. Black

  3. Brown

  4. Red
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A green leaf appears green because chlorophyll reflects green light and absorbs other colors (red and blue). When illuminated with pure red light, the leaf absorbs the red light and reflects nothing. Without any reflected light reaching our eyes, we perceive the leaf as black.

Keep practicing — related questions