Which of the Following Statements About the Light Reactions of Photosynthesis

question 83

Multiple Choice

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

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

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