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chlorophyll

/ˈklɔrəfɪl/

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1 · n.

the green substance in plants that absorbs light for photosynthesis

叶绿素

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Leaves look green because they contain chlorophyll.
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叶子之所以呈绿色，是因为含有叶绿素。
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Pronunciation: /ˈklɔrəfɪl/

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