🔬 Science & TechnologyUPSC 2007Space & Space Technology

Which of the following types of light are strongly absorbed by plants?

aViolet and orange
bBlue and red
cIndigo and yellow
dYellow and violet
✓ Correct answer: b) Blue and red
ExplanationPlant chlorophyll absorbs light most efficiently in the blue (around 430–450 nm) and red (around 640–680 nm) regions of the spectrum.These wavelengths drive the light- dependent reactions of photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.This energy is then used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.The absorption of blue light helps in the energy conversion, while red light plays a key role in the process of creating sugars.The green light is mostly reflected bach which is why plants appear green to us.Science and Technology 615 384

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