MDCAT Biology MCQ #226

When a plant is exposed to intense solar radiation, which group of accessory pigments prevents the photo-oxidation of the primary pigment chlorophyll a?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #226

  1. Question 1

    Q1. When a plant is exposed to intense solar radiation, which group of accessory pigments prevents the photo-oxidation of the primary pigment chlorophyll a?

    • A) Chlorophyll a protecting carotenoids
    • B) Xanthophylls absorbing green light
    • C) Carotenoids protecting chlorophyll
    • D) Phycobilins reflecting blue light

    Answer: Carotenoids protecting chlorophyll

    Explanation: Carotenoids protect chlorophyll from photo-oxidation. Option A is incorrect because chlorophyll a is the primary pigment, not an accessory protector of carotenoids.