Chloroplast Structure Flashcards
1
Q
What is the site of light-dependent reactions in chloroplasts?
A
Thylakoids
Thylakoids are membrane-bound structures that contain chlorophyll and are vital for photosynthesis.
2
Q
What is a granum?
A
Stack of thylakoids
Grana are crucial for increasing the surface area available for light absorption.
3
Q
What is the stroma in chloroplasts?
A
Fluid around thylakoids; site of Calvin Cycle
The stroma contains enzymes necessary for the conversion of carbon dioxide into glucose.
4
Q
What is found inside the thylakoids?
A
Lumen
The lumen is where water is split during the light-dependent reactions, contributing to the production of oxygen.
5
Q
Fill in the blank: The _______ is where water is split and H⁺ accumulates.
A
Lumen
