NEET Botany Light Reaction MCQ Question
Which of the following statements regarding the light reaction of photosynthesis is correct?
The light reaction occurs in the chloroplast membranes and involves the absorption of light by pigments.
Light reactions produce glucose directly as a product of photosynthesis.
The light reaction does not require carbon dioxide for the production of energy.
The light reaction primarily occurs in the roots of the plant.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The light reaction occurs in the membranes of chloroplasts, where light energy is absorbed by pigments and converted into chemical energy. Statements B, C, and D are incorrect as glucose is produced in the dark reactions, carbon dioxide is required for photosynthesis, and the light reaction occurs in the leaves, not the roots.
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