Which of the Following Best Describes Photosynthesis in Purple Photosynthetic

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes photosynthesis in purple photosynthetic bacteria?

• A)a reaction center resembling PSI transfers electrons to plastocyanin
• B)a reaction center resembling PSII transfers electrons to plastoquinone
• C)water is split by the reaction center that resembles PSII
• D)NADPH is generated using electrons from a protein resembling ferredoxin
• E)the proton gradient is used for both ATP synthesis and NADPH generation

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Definitions:

Kinesthesis

The sense that detects bodily position, weight, or movement of the muscles, tendons, and joints.

Vestibular Senses

The sensations generated by receptors in the semicircular canals of the inner ear that inform us about the head’s orientation and movements.

Olfaction

The sense of smell, which is the ability to detect and interpret airborne molecules.

Vestibular Receptors

Sensors located in the inner ear that provide the brain with information about motion, head position, and spatial orientation; critical for maintaining balance.