Light-Dependent Photosynthesis Flashcards
1
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Absorption of light
A
Chlorophyll and other pigments absorb light energy
2
Q
Photolysis
A
Water molecules split into oxygen, protons, and electrons by light energy
3
Q
ETC
A
Excited electrons from chlorophyll pass through proteins in thylakoid membrane, releasing energy
4
Q
Proton Pumping
A
Energy from ETC used to pump protons into thylakoid, creating a proton gradient
5
Q
ATP and NADPH production
A
Protons flow back into stroma through ATP synthase, generating ATP, while NADP+ picks up electrons to form NADPH
