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Which of the following components present in green leaves traps solar energy during the process of photosynthesis?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 7 · Science · Nutrition in Plants
  1. Stomata
  2. Chlorophyll
  3. Guard cells
  4. Xylem
Answer
Chlorophyll

The correct answer is Chlorophyll — Step 3: Therefore, chlorophyll is the exact component that traps sunlight for synthesizing food.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Step 1: Recall the function of different plant cell structures involved in photosynthesis.
  2. Step 2: Chlorophyll is the green pigment present in leaf cells that absorbs solar energy.
  3. Step 3: Therefore, chlorophyll is the exact component that traps sunlight for synthesizing food.
Common mistake: Confusing stomata (which are pores for gas exchange) with chlorophyll (the pigment that absorbs light).

Concept tested: Role of Chlorophyll in Photosynthesis

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