Chlorophyll contains
- AIron
- BCopper
- CMagnesium
- DManganese
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Correct answer: (c) Magnesium
Explanation
Chlorophyll is a porphyrin pigment with magnesium (Mg) as its central atom; its formula is C₅₅H₇₂O₅N₄Mg.
It drives photosynthesis by absorbing blue and red light, giving plants their green colour.
Contrast with haemoglobin, which uses iron as its central metal.