Botany-(general)

NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11

Consider a diagram illustrating the electron transport chain during the light reaction of photosynthesis, showing the transport of protons across the thylakoid membrane. Which side of the membrane accumulates a higher concentration of protons as electrons are transferred through the chain?

Question diagram
A

Lumen side

B

Stroma side

C

Outer side

D

Inner side

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

As electrons move through the photosystems, protons are released into the inner side or the lumen side of the membrane, leading to a higher concentration of protons there.

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