chlorophyl
/ˈklɔrəfɪl/
noun
- A green pigment found in plants and algae that is essential for photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.
- Scientists study chlorophyl to understand how plants capture energy from the sun.
- The leaves are full of chlorophyl, which gives them their green color.
- In autumn, trees break down chlorophyl, revealing other pigments like orange and yellow.