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What is the main purpose of the light dependent reactions in photosynthesis?

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To convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH.

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What are the main reactants of the light dependent reactions?

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H2O and light energy.

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What are the main products of the light dependent reactions?

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ATP, NADPH, and O2.

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Where do the light dependent reactions occur in the chloroplast?

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In the thylakoid membranes.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in the light dependent reactions?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is used to energize electrons.

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What happens to water molecules during the light dependent reactions?

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They are split (photolysis) to release oxygen, protons, and electrons.

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What is the significance of ATP and NADPH produced in the light dependent reactions?

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They provide energy and reducing power for the Calvin cycle (light independent reactions).

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What is the difference between the light dependent reactions and the Calvin cycle?

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Light dependent reactions convert light energy into chemical energy; the Calvin cycle uses that energy to fix carbon dioxide into glucose.

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What is the function of the thylakoid membrane?

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It houses the components necessary for the light dependent reactions, including photosystems and electron transport chains.

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How many membranes surround a chloroplast?

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Two membranes: an outer and an inner membrane.