What is Chlorophyll Used for?
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About Chlorophyll
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Chlorophyll is the molecule in a plant that allows photosynthesis to take place. Photosynthesis is the process by which energy is created for the plant, allowing it to grow and survive. Chlorophyll is the pigment that actually absorbs the light.
How Plants Use It
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Chlorophyll is the catalyst that turns a mixture of carbon dioxide and water into glucose, which the plant uses for energy. The plant then goes through photosynthesis and creates oxygen as a waste product. The plant expels the oxygen into the air.
How Humans Use It
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Humans breathe the oxygen that chlorophyll generates. Also, chlorophyll has been used by humans as a dietary supplement because it is said to promote blood circulation and cleanse the body of toxins and free radicals.
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