The Only Organisms That Perform Photosynthesis are Ones That Produce

Question

The only organisms that perform photosynthesis are ones that produce some form of
A) chlorophyll or bacteriochlorophyll.
B) carotenoids.
C) phycoerythrin.
D) phycocyanin.

Accepted Answer

Chlorophyll or bacteriochlorophyll are necessary for photosynthesis to occur. Carotenoids, phycoerythrin, and phycocyanin are accessory pigments that aid in capturing light energy but are not responsible for photosynthesis itself.