Phrases with «pigment molecules»

"Pigment molecules" are substances found in living organisms, such as animals and plants, that give color to their skin, feathers, fur, or certain parts of their bodies. They are like tiny particles that determine what color something is. Full definition

Sentences with «pigment molecules»

  • When light hits a painting, some photons are absorbed by pigment molecules, which split apart. (newscientist.com)
  • For example, she says that a chemical analysis — looking for actual pigment molecules — is necessary to show for sure that these are pigment cells. (sciencemag.org)
  • Pupils ordinarily appear black because pigment molecules in the retina absorb light and prevent it from bouncing back out. (scientificamerican.com)
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