NEETBotanyPhotosynthesis in Higher Plants
How does Photosystem II (PS II) supply electrons continuously?
Options
- ABy absorbing light
- BBy splitting water
- CBy utilizing NADPH
- DBy producing ATP
Correct answer
B. By splitting water
Step-by-step solution
How does PS II supply electrons continuously? The electrons that were moved from photosystem II must be replaced. This is achieved by electrons available due to splitting of water. The splitting of water is associated with the PS II; water is split into 2H+ , [O] and electrons. This creates oxygen, one of the net products of photosynthesis. The electrons needed to replace those removed from photosystem I are provided by photosystem II. We need to emphasise here that the water splitting complex is associated with th