Botany-Light Reaction

NEET Botany Light Reaction MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

Which of the following statements about the light reactions of photosynthesis is correct?

A

Chlorophyll a is the only pigment involved in light absorption during the light reactions.

B

Accessory pigments such as chlorophyll b and carotenoids help protect chlorophyll a from photo-oxidation.

C

Light reactions occur exclusively in the stroma of chloroplasts.

D

Oxygen is produced by the reduction of NADP+ during the light reactions.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Accessory pigments like chlorophyll b and carotenoids absorb light and transfer energy to chlorophyll a while also preventing photo-oxidation, as mentioned in the provided context.

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