Which characteristic of the light absorbing regions of chlorophylls and carotenoids most likely accounts for the ability

of these molecules to absorb light?



a. ringed structures
b. the presence of aldehyde side-groups
c. the presence of magnesium
d. an extensive network of double bonds
e. long hydrocarbon chain


ANSWER: d

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