The light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis occur in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts. During this process, chlorophyll absorbs light energy, which is then used to split water molecules, releasing oxygen and generating energy-rich molecules like ATP and NADPH. These products are essential for the subsequent light-independent reactions, also known as the Calvin cycle, which take place in the stroma of the chloroplast.
Copyright © 2026 eLLeNow.com All Rights Reserved.