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Which compartments are involved in photosynthesis?
Which compartments are involved in photosynthesis?
- Mitochondria and chloroplasts (correct)
- Endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus
- Nucleus and cytoplasm
- Vacuole and cell membrane
What is the main function of chlorophyll in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
What is the main function of chlorophyll in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
- Absorb light energy (correct)
- Release oxygen
- Produce ATP
- Convert carbon dioxide to glucose
What is the outcome of the electron transport chain in photosynthesis?
What is the outcome of the electron transport chain in photosynthesis?
- Release of carbon dioxide
- Generation of water
- Formation of glucose
- Production of ATP (correct)
How is the proton gradient established in photosynthesis?
How is the proton gradient established in photosynthesis?
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Why are the light reactions necessary for the carbon reactions to proceed in photosynthesis?
Why are the light reactions necessary for the carbon reactions to proceed in photosynthesis?
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Which components of photosynthesis take place in the light reaction compartments?
Which components of photosynthesis take place in the light reaction compartments?
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What is the main function of carotenoids in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
What is the main function of carotenoids in the light reactions of photosynthesis?
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Which reactions of the Calvin cycle are involved in the fixation and reduction of carbon?
Which reactions of the Calvin cycle are involved in the fixation and reduction of carbon?
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What is the consequence of Rubisco carboxylase function in photosynthesis?
What is the consequence of Rubisco carboxylase function in photosynthesis?
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What is the initial carbon fixation reaction in C4 and CAM plants?
What is the initial carbon fixation reaction in C4 and CAM plants?
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