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Which atoms are present in the porphyrin of a chlorophyll molecule?(a) iron(b) magnesium(c) calcium(d) sulphurI have been asked this question in class test.My enquiry is from Chloroplast Structure and Function in division Chloroplast Structure and Function of Cell Biology

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The correct option is (B) MAGNESIUM

To EXPLAIN I would say: In myoglobin and hemoglobin the porphyrins CONTAIN iron (heme groups) whereas porphyrins present in chlorophyll contain magnesium ATOM.



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