When light energy hits a photopigment, the molecule

A) is separated from the plasma membrane.
B) is destroyed, setting off a series of chemical reactions.
C) forms an enzyme.
D) changes shape, setting off a series of chemical reactions.
E) generates an action potential.


D

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