Which of the Following Processes Is Most Directly Driven by Light

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following processes is most directly driven by light energy?

• A) creation of a pH gradient by pumping protons across the thylakoid membrane
• B) carbon fixation in the stroma
• C) reduction of NADP⁺ molecules
• D) removal of electrons from chlorophyll molecules

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