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The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis

How can light be used to make food? It is easy to think of light as something that exists and allows living organisms, such as humans, to see, but light is a form of energy.

1. The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis

The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis

2. The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (2)

The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (2)

3. The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (3)

The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (3)

4. The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (4)

The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (4)

5. The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (5)

The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (5)

6. The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (6)

The Light-Dependent Reactions of Photosynthesis (6)

7. Key terms check

Which key term matches this definition?

the middle layer of cells in a leaf

8. Key terms check

Which key term matches this definition?

an organism capable of synthesizing its own food molecules (storing energy), using the energy of light

9. Key terms check

Which key term matches this definition?

a distinct quantity or “packet” of light energy

10. Key terms check

Which key term matches this definition?

a group of proteins, chlorophyll, and other pigments that are used in the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis to absorb light energy and convert it into chemical energy

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