The chemical reactions associated with photosynthesis can be summarized with the following chemical equation: 6CO2 + 12H2O + energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2 + 6H2O


Table 1 lists wavelength ranges for visible light and the color frequently associated with each range.

Figure 1 shows the relative absorption of light by chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b versus the wavelength of light from 400 nm to 750 nm.

Figure 2 shows the average rate of photosynthesis at various wavelengths as a percent of the average rate of photosynthesis at 670 nm.

Based on Table 1 and Figure 1, which color of light is associated with the wavelength of light that results in the greatest absorption by chlorophyll b?

(1 point)
Responses

Blue
Blue

Green
Green

Yellow
Yellow

Red
Red
Question 2
In eukaryotic organisms, the chemical reactions associated with the chemical equation shown in the passage typically occur within which of the following structures?(1 point)
Responses

Nuclei
Nuclei

Mitochondria
Mitochondria

Lysosomes
Lysosomes

Chloroplasts
Chloroplasts
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Question 1: Based on the context provided, chlorophyll b has a peak absorption in the blue wavelength range. Therefore, the color of light associated with the wavelength of light that results in the greatest absorption by chlorophyll b is:

Response: Blue


Question 2: In eukaryotic organisms, the chemical reactions associated with photosynthesis (as shown in the chemical equation you provided) typically occur within which of the following structures?

Response: Chloroplasts