Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process

Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process — practice question

The structures and compounds taking part in the light-dependent stage of photosynthesis are shown, labelled A to J. A - thylakoid membrane B - starch grain C - chlorophyll $a$ D - chlorophyll $b$ E - water F - NADP G - electron H - proton I - ATP J - chloroplast envelope
(a)[6]

Complete Table 6.1 by matching each description with one letter chosen from A to J to identify the correct structure or compound. Descriptions: • accessory pigment • location of ATP synthase • acts as reaction centre • transports hydrogen atoms • diffuses through ATP synthase • broken down in photolysis

(b(i))[1]

Name a polysaccharide that is synthesised as a result of TP production.

(b(ii))[1]

Name the extra element needed to make amino acids from Calvin cycle intermediates.

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