MDCAT Biology MCQ #210

In a photosystem, many pigment molecules surround a reaction center. What is the primary role of these antenna complex pigments?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #210

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In a photosystem, many pigment molecules surround a reaction center. What is the primary role of these antenna complex pigments?

    • A) Converting light energy to ATP
    • B) Capturing and transferring light energy
    • C) Splitting water molecules
    • D) Reducing NADP+ to NADPH

    Answer: Capturing and transferring light energy

    Explanation: The antenna complex captures and transfers light energy to the reaction center, where the actual conversion to chemical energy begins.