Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Chromophore

👉 The term "chromophore" refers to a specific type of molecule that is responsible for absorbing light energy and converting it into chemical energy. These molecules are found in the cell walls of certain organisms, such as plants, and they play a critical role in photosynthesis. Chromophores consist of a single, simple molecule called chlorophyll or carotenoids, which contain three pigments: chlorophyll A, chlorophyll B, and carotenoids. Chlorophyll A

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