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Blue pigment is...

Blue pigment is

A

Phycocyanin

B

Phycoerythrin

C

Plastocyanin

D

`P_(680)`

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To answer the question "Blue pigment is," we need to analyze the options provided and identify which one corresponds to the blue pigment found in blue-green algae or cyanobacteria. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Context**: The question is asking about a blue pigment, specifically in relation to blue-green algae (cyanobacteria). 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - A. Phycocyanin - B. Phycoerythrin - C. Plastocyanin - D. P680 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Option A: Phycocyanin**: This is known to be a blue pigment found in cyanobacteria. It is responsible for the blue color in these organisms. - **Option B: Phycoerythrin**: This is a red pigment, not blue. It is also found in some algae but does not contribute to the blue color. - **Option C: Plastocyanin**: This is a protein involved in electron transfer in photosynthesis, not a pigment. Therefore, it cannot be the answer. - **Option D: P680**: This refers to a specific wavelength (680 nm) associated with Photosystem II in photosynthesis, but it is not a pigment itself. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the blue pigment in question is Phycocyanin. Therefore, the correct answer is: - **A. Phycocyanin** ### Final Answer: The blue pigment is **Phycocyanin**.
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