A plant is exposed to excessively high light intensity that could potentially cause photo-oxidation. Which accessory pigments act as a shield to protect the chlorophyll?
Q1. A plant is exposed to excessively high light intensity that could potentially cause photo-oxidation. Which accessory pigments act as a shield to protect the chlorophyll?
Answer: Carotenoids
Explanation: Carotenoids protect chlorophyll from intense light and oxidation; chlorophyll a is the primary pigment, not a protective accessory one.