Question:

Phenomenon which converts light energy into chemical energy is :

Updated On: Aug 15, 2022
  • respiration
  • photosynthesis
  • transpiration
  • none of these
Hide Solution
collegedunia
Verified By Collegedunia

The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Photosynthesis involves in the conversion of light energy to chemical energy by photosynthetic pigments using water and $CO _{2}$ and producing carbohydrates.
Was this answer helpful?
0
0

Top Questions on Photosynthesis in higher plants

View More Questions

Questions Asked in AFMC exam

View More Questions

Concepts Used:

Photosynthesis in Higher Plants

Processes Of Photosynthesis in Higher Plants:

Photosynthesis in higher plants involves the following processes:

  • Light Reaction
  • Dark Reaction

Light Reaction:

  • This phenomenon occurs in the presence of light.
  • The pigment absorbs light and produces energy in the form of ATP.
  • The process involves- absorption of light, water splitting, the release of oxygen, and formation of ATP and NADPH.

Dark Reaction:

This process occurs in the absence of light in the stroma of the chloroplasts. The following cycles are involved in the process:

  1. Calvin Cycle (C3 Cycle)
  2. C4 Cycle (Hatch and Slack Pathway)