What is the main role of the pigment molecules within the antenna or light-harvesting complex?

A. Absorb photons and transfer light energy to the reaction center chlorophyll.
B. Oxidize water and release oxygen to the reaction center chlorophyll.
C. Synthesize NADPH.
D. Increase H+ concentration in the stroma.
E. Pass electrons to the electron transport chain and then to NADPH.


A. Absorb photons and transfer light energy to the reaction center chlorophyll.

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