the light dependent reactions Flashcards
1
Q
does the LDR or the LIR come first
A
LDR
2
Q
what is the first step of the LDR?
A
light energy being absorbed by the chlorophyll
3
Q
what is the second step?
A
photoionisation
4
Q
what is photonisation?
A
electron becomes excited and leaves the chlorophyll
5
Q
where does chlorphyll gain its e- from in photoionisation
A
photolysis
6
Q
what is photolysis?
A
chlorophyll gains its e- from water as H2O is split into electrons, protons and oxygen
7
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