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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which process in photosynthesis is directly responsible for ATP synthesis?
Options
A Calvin cycle
B Carbon fixation
C Chemiosmosis via ATP synthase
Correct Answer
D Photolysis
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

ATP is synthesized during the light-dependent reactions via chemiosmosis. A proton gradient built up across the thylakoid membrane drives protons through ATP synthase, phosphorylating ADP to ATP.

Hint

This is the same fundamental mechanism used in cellular respiration.

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