Which pigments are primarily involved in photosynthesis, and what colors do they absorb?

• A. Chlorophylls (a and b) and carotenoids; absorb blue and red light, reflect green.
• B. Only chlorophyll a; absorbs green light.
• C. Carotenoids absorb yellow light; chlorophyll absorbs all colors.
• D. Phycobilins absorb purple light; reflect red.

Answer: (A)