PHYSICS

JAMB 2016 - Question 26

Physics 2016 JAMB Past Questions - Question 26: Which of the following correctly explain(s) why a green leaf appears green in bright daylight ?I. It absorbs only the green component of sunlight II. It absorbs all colours in sunlight except green III. It reflects only the green component of sunlight

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
Which of the following correctly explain(s) why a green leaf appears green in bright daylight ?I. It absorbs only the green component of sunlight II. It absorbs all colours in sunlight except green III. It reflects only the green component of sunlight
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Correct Answer

B

Explanation

The correct explanation for why a green leaf appears green in bright daylight is III. It reflects only the green component of sunlight.