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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Plant Nutrition and Synthesis Objective Question

Question

One key difference between light-dependent and dark reactions in photosynthesis, as stated in the document, is that photolysis of water occurs during which stage?
Options
A Light reaction
Correct Answer
B Dark reaction
C Both stages
D Neither stage
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The table on Page 14 explicitly states that 'Photolysis of water takes place and oxygen is liberated' during the Light Reaction, but 'Photolysis of water does not take place' during the Dark Reaction.

Hint

Consider which stage is responsible for producing oxygen, a byproduct of water splitting.

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