15 Questions
Which of the following is true about the Thylakoid reactions in photosynthesis?
They use water to produce oxygen
What is the energy source for the Carbon reactions in photosynthesis?
Light
What is the function of pigments in photosynthesis?
To absorb photons
What does the absorption spectrum of a leaf represent?
The wavelengths of light absorbed by the leaf
What is the role of the Light Harvesting Complex (LHC) in photosynthesis?
To transfer energy to the reaction centre
What is the final electron acceptor in the Photosynthetic electron-transport chain?
P700
What is the function of the Oxygen evolving complex in photosynthesis?
To strip electrons from water
Which of the following is the correct equation for the Calvin-Benson cycle?
RuBP + CO2 → 2 3-phosphoglycerate
What is the function of Rubisco in photosynthesis?
To catalyze the carboxylation of RuBP
What is the most abundant protein on Earth?
Rubisco
What is the role of the electron transport chain in photosynthesis?
To generate ATP
What happens when the electron transport and Calvin-Benson cycle capacities are mismatched?
The Calvin-Benson cycle slows down more than the photosynthetic ETC
What is the function of the Xanthophyll cycle in photosynthesis?
To dissipate excess light energy
What is the primary function of the thylakoid membranes in photosynthesis?
To generate ATP
What is the role of plastocyanin in photosynthesis?
To transfer electrons to PSI
Test your knowledge on photosynthesis and plant energetics with this quiz. Covering topics such as thylakoid reactions, metabolism, and the importance of photosynthesis, this quiz will assess your understanding of these vital biological processes.
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