What is 'photolysis' in photosynthesis?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1

A. Synthesis of starch from sugar

B. Breakdown of chlorophyll by light

C. Splitting of water molecules using light energy into hydrogen ions, electrons, and oxygen

D. Absorption of CO2

Explanation

Photolysis is the light-driven oxidation of water at photosystem II, releasing oxygen gas as a product.

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