Thylakoid Membranes and Light Reactions Quiz

What are the specialized molecules found in thylakoid membranes?

• Chlorophyll

• Photosystems

• Electrons

• Protons

What is the function of photosystems in the light reactions?

• Form NADPH

• Release oxygen

• Split water molecules

• Absorb light energy

What is the byproduct of the reaction in photosystem II?

• Protons

• Electrons

• Oxygen

• NADPH

Where are the protons released during the light reactions?

• Cytochrome complex

• Stroma

• Lumen

• Thylakoid membrane

What is the final electron acceptor in the light reactions?

• ATP synthase

• NADP+

• Photosystem I

• Cytochrome complex

What is the role of ATP synthase in the light reactions?

• Release oxygen

• Form NADPH

• Proton gradient formation

• Split water molecules