Which of the following is not a component of chlorophyll ?

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Q: 19 (SSC/NA)

Which of the following is not a component of chlorophyll ?

question_subject: 

Science

question_exam: 

SSC

stats: 

0,5,4,0,2,2,5

keywords: 

{'chlorophyll': [5, 0, 1, 4], 'hydrogen': [0, 0, 1, 3], 'calcium': [2, 0, 0, 4], 'magnesium': [1, 0, 2, 3], 'carbon': [1, 0, 4, 5], 'component': [1, 1, 1, 7]}

The correct answer is option 4, Calcium.

Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plants that is essential for photosynthesis. It is made up of various components, including carbon, hydrogen, and magnesium. Carbon is a fundamental element found in all organic compounds, including chlorophyll. Hydrogen is also a common element found in many organic compounds, including chlorophyll. Magnesium is a crucial component of the chlorophyll molecule and plays a vital role in capturing light energy for photosynthesis. However, calcium is not a part of the chlorophyll molecule. While calcium is important for plant growth and development, it is not directly involved in the process of photosynthesis or the structure of chlorophyll.