CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Photosynthesis

Photosynthesis: outline question

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Table 1 shows features of cyclic and non-cyclic photophosphorylation. Some entries are missing. Outline the missing information by writing the correct term(s) for (a) to (g).

FeatureCyclic photophosphorylationNon-cyclic photophosphorylation
Photosystem(s) involvedPSI only(a)
Electron flow path(b)Linear (from PSII to PSI)
Products(c)ATP, reduced NADP, and O2
Source of electrons(d)Water (photolysis)
Role of oxygen-evolving complexNot involved(e)
Final electron acceptorPSI (returns to PSI)(f)
Primary function in Calvin cycleSupplies (g)Supplies ATP and reduced NADP
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