MDCAT Biology MCQ #144

During the initial phase of photosynthesis, solar energy is captured and converted into chemical energy. In which specific part of the chloroplast does this occur?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #144

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the initial phase of photosynthesis, solar energy is captured and converted into chemical energy. In which specific part of the chloroplast does this occur?

    • A) Mitochondrial matrix
    • B) Chloroplast stroma
    • C) Outer membrane
    • D) Thylakoid membrane

    Answer: Thylakoid membrane

    Explanation: The thylakoid membranes contain the pigments and electron carriers for light reactions; the stroma is the site for the dark reactions.