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Molecular Basis of Energy Production

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Which of the following is the primary pigment responsible for capturing light energy in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll a
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Chlorophyll a is the primary pigment responsible for capturing light energy in photosynthesis. It is located in the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts and absorbs light in the blue and red regions of the visible spectrum.

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