During the light reaction of photosynthesis, which of the following phenomena are observed during cyclic phosphorylation as well as noncyclic phosphorylation?

Correct answer: A. Production of ATP

  • A. Production of ATP
  • B. Photolysis
  • C. Formation of NADPH
  • D. Excitation of electrons by light

Explanation

During the light reactions of photosynthesis, excitation of electrons by light and production of ATP occur in both cyclic and non-cyclic phosphorylation. Splitting of water and formation of NADPH occur only in non-cyclic phosphorylation. Cyclic phosphorylation recycles electrons within photosystem I and does not produce NADPH or oxygen.

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