Chlorophyll, molecular model
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Chlorophyll, molecular model
Chlorophyll molecule. Computer model of the photoreceptor molecule chlorophyll a (C55.H72.Mg.N4.O5) found in green plants. The atoms are colour-coded (key at lower right): carbon (C, grey); oxygen (O, red); hydrogen (H, yellow); magnesium (Mg, green); and nitrogen (N, blue). The central part of the molecule is the porphyrin ring (top) surrounding a central magnesium atom. It is the arrangement of the electrons in this ring that traps the energy in sunlight during photosynthesis. Chlorophyll a is the major type. The minor type, chlorophyll b, has a CHO group replacing a CH3 group (top, white inset circles)
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Atom Atoms Bonds Carbon Chlorophyll Diagram Energy Hydrogen Inorganic Magnesium Nitrogen Organic Chemistry Oxygen Photosynthesis Plant Physiology Structural Sun Light Bio Chemistry Biochemical Molecular
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This print showcases the intricate molecular structure of chlorophyll, the photoreceptor molecule found in green plants. The computer-generated model beautifully illustrates the arrangement of atoms within chlorophyll a (C55. H72. Mg. N4. O5), with each atom color-coded for easy identification. Carbon appears in grey, oxygen in red, hydrogen in yellow, magnesium in green, and nitrogen in blue. The focal point of this molecule is its porphyrin ring at the center, which encloses a vital magnesium atom. It is within this ring that electrons are arranged to capture and harness energy from sunlight during photosynthesis. Chlorophyll a represents the primary type of chlorophyll present in plants, while its minor counterpart, chlorophyll b, features a CHO group replacing a CH3 group. Set against a striking black background, this artistic representation combines elements of nature and science seamlessly. With its meticulous attention to detail and precise depiction of chemical bonds and structural composition, it serves as an invaluable tool for botany enthusiasts and researchers alike. This visually stunning illustration not only highlights the beauty inherent in biological processes but also offers insight into plant physiology and organic chemistry. Its presence is sure to inspire awe while fostering an appreciation for the complex mechanisms that sustain life on our planet.
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