Chlorophyll: meaning, definitions and examples

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chlorophyll

 

[ หˆklษ”หrษ™fษชl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

plant biology

Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in the chloroplasts of algae and plants. It plays a crucial role in photosynthesis, allowing plants to absorb sunlight and convert it into energy. There are several forms of chlorophyll, with chlorophyll a and b being the most common. This pigment is essential for the growth and development of plants. Its presence is what gives leaves their green color and is vital for life on Earth, as it contributes to the oxygen we breathe.

Synonyms

green pigment, photosynthetic pigment

Examples of usage

  • Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight during photosynthesis.
  • The green color of leaves is due to chlorophyll.
  • Without chlorophyll, plants would not be able to grow.
  • Chlorophyll helps convert solar energy into chemical energy.

Translations

Translations of the word "chlorophyll" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น clorofila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฒเฅ‹เคฐเฅ‹เคซเคฟเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Chlorophyll

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ klorofil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ะปะพั€ะพั„ั–ะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ chlorofil

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒญใƒญใƒ•ใ‚ฃใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chlorophylle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ clorofila

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท klorofil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํด๋กœ๋กœํ•„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู„ูˆุฑูˆููŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ chlorofyl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ chlorofyl

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅถ็ปฟ็ด 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ klorofil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klรณrรณfill

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ะปะพั€ะพั„ะธะปะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒšแƒแƒ แƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xlorofil

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ clorofila

Etymology

The word 'chlorophyll' is derived from the Greek words 'chloros', meaning 'green', and 'phyllon', meaning 'leaf'. It was first used in the 19th century, as scientists began to understand the role of pigments in plants. The discovery of chlorophyll's function in photosynthesis marked a significant milestone in botany and biology, providing insight into how plants convert light energy into chemical energy. Over the years, research has revealed the complexity of chlorophyll's structure, leading to the identification of different types and their specific roles in various plants and algae. This understanding has profound implications for agriculture, ecology, and the study of climate change.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,960, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.