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chlorophyll

Definition

Chlorophyll is a green substance in plants that helps them make food.

It is found in the leaves of plants, and it gives them their green colour.

Chlorophyll is important for plants because it helps them convert sunlight into energy.

How can the word be used?

Chlorophyll is the green pigment that gives plants their colour.

chlorophyll

Different forms of the word

Noun:

Singular: chlorophyll.

Plural: chlorophylls.

Etymology

Sure, the word “chlorophyll” comes from the Greek words “chloros” and “phyllon”. “Chloros” means “green” and “phyllon” means “leaf”. The word “chlorophyll” was first used in English in the 19th century.

Question

What would happen if plants did not contain chlorophyll?

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