Which of the following wavelength is absorbed maximum for photosynthesis?

Correct answer: C. 440 nm

  • A. 660 nm
  • B. 680 nm
  • C. 440 nm
  • D. 700 nm

Explanation

Since chlorophyll absorbs maximum energy from the blue and red wavelengths, blue light is absorbed more for photosynthesis than any other light, and this color also comes first in the spectrum. A, B, and D are not the answers because of the given reason. The wavelength of light that is absorbed most efficiently for photosynthesis is primarily in the blue and red regions of the electromagnetic spectrum. These are the wavelengths absorbed most by the chlorophyll pigments in plant cells, which are responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis. The two main types of chlorophyll found in plants are chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b. Chlorophyll-a absorbs light most efficiently in the blue (around 430-450 nm) and red (around 640-680 nm) regions of the spectrum. Chlorophyll b complements chlorophyll a by absorbing light in the blue (around 450-500 nm) and red-orange (around 600-650 nm) regions. Green light, which has a wavelength of around 500-570 nm, is not absorbed as effectively by chlorophyll. Instead, it is reflected, giving leaves their green color. So, in summary, light with wavelengths in the blue and red regions is absorbed most efficiently for photosynthesis, while green light is not absorbed as much and is instead reflected.

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