During photosynthesis where does the primary electrons come from that enter photosystems II? What is the purpose of the electron transport chain in the thylakoid? Why do the light reactions create ATP NADPH?

During photosynthesis where does the primary electrons come from that enter photosystems II? What is the purpose of the electron transport chain in the thylakoid? Why do the light reactions create ATP NADPH?

Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter5: Capturing And Releasing Energy

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