Chlorophyll
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈklɔː.ɹə.fɪl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chlorophyll is a noun meaning (biochemistry) Any of a group of green pigments that are found in the chloroplasts of plants and in other photosynthetic organisms such as cyanobacteria.
Meaning
(biochemistry) Any of a group of green pigments that are found in the chloroplasts of plants and in other photosynthetic organisms such as cyanobacteria.
Word Forms
- chlorophylls
- chlorophyl
Synonyms for chlorophyll
Depending on context, synonyms include chlorophyl.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chlorophyl, harvesting, leaf-green, chlorophyllide, chlorophyllin, chrysophyll.
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