A new kind of chlorophyll that catches sunlight from just beyond the red end of the visible light spectrum has been discovered. The new pigment extends the known range of light that is usable by most ...

Photosynthesis, the process by which some organisms convert sunlight into chemical energy, is well known. But, it is a complex phenomenon, which involves a myriad of proteins. The molecule Chl f, a ...

Chlorophyll is the natural compound present in green plants that gives them their color. It helps plants to absorb energy from the sun as they undergo the process of photosynthesis. This nutrient is ...

You can get chlorophyll in many forms, including pills, tablets and liquids, as well as dark leafy green veggies. Photo Credit: Moment RF/Getty Images Chlorophyll is a pigment in plants that makes ...

Algae are aquatic organisms containing chlorophyll within their structure. Algae live in the water column (called phytoplankton) and attached to the river bed. They are an important food for other ...

Nature still has plenty to teach us about harnessing the sun’s energy. The latest lesson comes from the ancient stromatolites living in Australia’s Shark Bay. Their cyanobacteria contain a newly ...

The claims are vast, from clearer skin to fresher breath. Yet experts say the science is shaky. By Dawn MacKeen This story was originally published on Nov. 15, 2019 in Styles. It has been updated to ...