What is the primary role of accessory pigments like carotenoids during the light reactions?
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Correct answer: Protecting chlorophyll a from photo-oxidation
Accessory pigments broaden the spectrum of light absorbed for photosynthesis and transfer that energy to chlorophyll a. They also play a crucial role in protecting chlorophyll a from damage by intense light, known as photo-oxidation.
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