Photosynthetic pigments that absorb light energy and transfer it to a reaction center of chlorophyll a are:

Correct option is B

· Accessory pigments include chlorophyll b, carotenoids, and xanthophylls.
· They absorb different wavelengths of light and transfer energy to chlorophyll a in the reaction center.
· This broadens the spectrum of light absorption.
· Chlorophyll a is the primary pigment.
· Correct answer: (b).