Biology & Chemistry : What Makes a Leaf Green?

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Channel: ehow · 2009 · Entertainment

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Leaves are green because of the pigment called chlorophyll, which takes sunlight, absorbs red and blue lights, and reflects green light. Learn about the etymology of the word "chlorophyll" with help from a science teacher and field biologist in this free video on biology.

Expert: Brian Erickson
Contact: Ericksontutoring.blogspot.com
Bio: Brian Erickson is a tutor in math and science, as well as a field biologist.
Filmmaker: Todd Green

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