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The site of the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis within the chloroplast is the:

  • A Stroma, the fluid-filled matrix
  • B Matrix found inside mitochondria
  • C Thylakoid membrane, within the grana
  • D Outer membrane of the chloroplast

Correct answer: C. Thylakoid membrane, within the grana

Explanation: Light reactions, including light absorption, water splitting and ATP/NADPH formation, occur on the thylakoid membranes, which contain the photosystems and electron transport chain.

Concept context

Light reactions, the Calvin cycle, C3/C4/CAM pathways, photorespiration, and factors affecting the rate of photosynthesis. One of the highest-yield NEET chapters.

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