The pigment that absorbs light in photosystem I is primarily: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The pigment that absorbs light in photosystem I is primarily:
A. Xanthophyll
B. P700
C. Chlorophyll b
D. P680
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
P700, a specialized chlorophyll a, is the reaction center of photosystem I, absorbing far-red light (700 nm). P680 is the reaction center of photosystem II. Chlorophyll b and xanthophyll are accessory pigments.

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