Question
Biology Question on photorespiration
Stroma in the chloroplasts of higher plant contains
A
light-dependent reaction enzymes
B
ribosomes
C
chlorophyll
D
light-independent reaction enzymes
Answer
light-independent reaction enzymes
Explanation
Solution
The dark reactions of photosynthesis is purely enzymatic and slower than the primary photochemical reaction. It takes place in stroma portion of the chloroplast and is independent of light i.e., it can occur either in presence or in absence of light provided that assimilatory power is available.