Which of the Following Statements Accurately Distinguishes the Light-Dependent and the Light-Independent

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes the light-dependent and the light-independent reactions?

• A) The light-independent reactions produce oxygen as a waste product, whereas the light-dependent reactions produce carbohydrates.
• B) The light-independent reactions come before the light-dependent reactions.
• C) The light-dependent reaction splits water and releases oxygen, whereas the light-independent reaction utilizes carbon dioxide to produce carbohydrates.
• D) The light-independent reactions produce ATP and NADPH, whereas the light-dependent reactions split water in order to replace electrons.

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