Photosynthesis and the Light Reactions

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Where do the light reactions occur in the chloroplast?

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Thylakoid Disks

Front

What are the roles of the electron transport chain between Photosystem II and Photosystem I in the light reactions?

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Transfer electrons

Front

What is the function of ATP Synthase enzyme in the light reactions?

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Produce ATP from ADP

Front

The Calvin cycle occurs in the stroma but the light reactions occur in the ?

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Thylakoid

Front

What are the roles of the electron transport chain at the end of Photosystem I in the light reactions?

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Transfer electrons

Front

What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

Front

What is the main pigment involved in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?

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Light reactions and the Calvin cycle.

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What is produced during the light reactions of photosynthesis?

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ATP and NADPH.

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What is the role of water in the light reactions?

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Water is split to provide electrons and protons.