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What is the main light absorption range for chlorophyll a?
What role does chlorophyll b play in photosynthesis?
What happens to an electron when a pigment molecule absorbs a photon?
What is the initial state of an electron in a pigment molecule before energy absorption?
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What is the fate of an excited electron after gaining energy?
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How do most pigments release excess energy after excitation?
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Which light wavelengths does chlorophyll b primarily absorb?
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Why is the excited state of an electron described as highly unstable?
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What is produced as a byproduct when electrons are extracted from water during photosynthesis?
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Which component is involved in the process after energized electrons leave the first photosystem?
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What purpose does the energy from the electron transport chain serve in the chloroplast?
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What happens to the electrons lost by the first photosystem?
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What does the energized electron transport contribute to aside from ATP production?
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What is the primary role of water in the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?
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Which statement accurately describes the energy conversions occurring during electron transport?
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Which molecule acts as an electron acceptor in the light-dependent reactions?
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What is the primary output of the Calvin cycle?
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Which molecules are required as inputs for photosynthesis?
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What role does ATP play in the process of photosynthesis?
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Where do the light reactions of photosynthesis occur within the chloroplast?
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How does deforestation affect global climate change?
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What is the main purpose of the light reactions in photosynthesis?
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What is produced during the light reactions besides ATP?
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What effect do newly planted forests have on carbon levels in the atmosphere?
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What role does NADP play in the Calvin cycle?
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Which components are necessary for ATP synthesis in the Calvin cycle?
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Where does the production of oxygen occur during photosynthesis?
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What is the primary purpose of the electron transport chain in photosynthesis?
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Which of the following describes the flow of electrons in photosystems?
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What is produced from the splitting of water in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
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Which statement about ATP synthesis during photosynthesis is true?
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What is the source of protons (H+) in the thylakoid lumen?
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Which molecule serves as the reducing agent in the Calvin cycle?
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What is the main function of the Calvin cycle in photosynthesis?
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What is the primary role of the second photosystem in photosynthesis?
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Which of the following is a product of the electron flow from H2O in photosynthesis?
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In which cellular structure do the light reactions of photosynthesis take place?
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What is produced alongside NADPH during the light reactions of photosynthesis?
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What happens to water molecules during the photosynthetic light reactions?
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What is the significance of NADP+ in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
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Which of the following correctly describes the flow of electrons in photosynthesis?
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How does the first photosystem contribute to the light reactions?
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Study Notes
Photosynthesis Overview
- Photosynthesis involves converting carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) into glucose, with oxygen (O2) as a byproduct.
- The process occurs in chloroplasts, where light energy is transformed into chemical energy.
Stages of Photosynthesis
- Two main stages are identified:
- Light Reactions
- Calvin Cycle
Light Reactions
- Located in the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts.
- Chlorophyll a absorbs blue-violet and red light; chlorophyll b absorbs blue and orange light.
- When chlorophyll absorbs photons, electrons enter an excited state but quickly return to the ground state, releasing energy, mainly as heat.
- Excited electrons from the first photosystem pass down an electron transport chain, generating ATP from released energy.
- Electrons lost by the first photosystem are replaced by extracting electrons from water, a process that releases O2.
Calvin Cycle
- Occurs in the stroma of the chloroplast.
- Utilizes ATP and NADPH produced from the light reactions to synthesize glucose from CO2.
- Enzymes driving the Calvin Cycle are dissolved in the stroma.
Importance of Plant Life
- Plants play a crucial role in regulating atmospheric CO2 levels, impacting global climate change.
- Deforestation reduces the biosphere's ability to absorb CO2.
- Planting new forests can help mitigate climate change by fixing carbon from the atmosphere.
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Test your knowledge on the stages and components of photosynthesis, including the Calvin cycle and the impact of deforestation on carbon dioxide levels. This quiz covers the essential processes involved in converting carbon dioxide into sugar, and how plant life contributes to mitigating climate change.
