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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Plant Nutrition and Synthesis Objective Question
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Which of the following statements correctly describes a difference between light and dark reactions of photosynthesis?
Options
A Oxygen is liberated in dark reactions, while carbon dioxide is absorbed in light reactions.
B Light reactions are light-dependent, while dark reactions are not light-dependent.
Correct Answer
C ATP and NADPH are produced in dark reactions, while glucose is produced in light reactions.
D Photolysis of water occurs in the stroma, while carbon dioxide absorption occurs in the grana.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Based on the table on page 14: 'LIGHT REACTION: It is a light dependent process' and 'DARK REACTION: Process does not require light.'

Hint

Consult the table comparing light and dark reactions for clear distinctions.

Question Info

Course: BIO 102
Topic: Mechanisms of Plant Nutrition and Synthesis
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 444 of 802
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