Question

which pigment absorbs light in the violet range?
xanthophyll
carotenoids
chlorophyll a
chlorophyll c

Explanation:

Chlorophyll A absorbs light in the violet - blue and red ranges. Carotenoids and xanthophylls are accessory pigments that absorb light in the blue - violet range. Chlorophyll C also absorbs in the blue - violet region. All these pigments play roles in photosynthesis and have specific absorption spectra.

Answer:

All of the above (Xanthophyll, Carotenoids, Chlorophyll A, Chlorophyll C)