Which of the Following Statements About the Light Reactions of Photosynthesis

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the light reactions of photosynthesis is FALSE?

• A)The splitting of water molecules provides a source of electrons.
• B)Chlorophyll (and other pigments)absorbs light energy, which excites electrons.
• C)An electron transport chain is used to create a proton gradient.
• D)The proton (H+)gradient is used to reduce NADP.
• E)ATP is synthesized.

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