Researchers try to decode the quantum mechanics of chlorophyll, Nature’s near-perfect light harvester, to harness solar ...

This food-making process takes place in the leaf in numerous cells containing chlorophyll, which gives the leaf its green color. This extraordinary chemical absorbs from sunlight the energy that is ...

The efficient conversion of solar energy into storable forms of chemical energy is the dream of many engineers. Nature found ...

Quantum mechanics plays a role in the process of photosynthesis. Engineers have long sought efficient ways to convert solar ...

The numerous breeds of string beans contain various levels of chlorophyll, so they may be light to dark green in color. Wax beans, though, are pale to golden yellow because they don't contain ...

A study from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) highlights the role of quantum mechanics in photosynthesis, a process ...

Photosynthesis -- mainly carried out by plants -- is based on a remarkably efficient energy conversion process. To generate chemical energy, sunlight must first be captured and transported further.

Chlorophyll is one type of phytochemical responsible for giving plants their pigments. The other two are the carotenoids ...

As the tree does this, the green chlorophyll is removed, which reveals hidden colours in the leaves. The first colours to appear are yellow, then they turn clear too, revealing the gorgeous red ...