Consider statements about photosynthesis: 1. Light reactions occur in the grana. 2. The Calvin cycle occurs in the stroma. 3. Oxygen is released from CO2. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider statements about photosynthesis: 1. Light reactions occur in the grana. 2. The Calvin cycle occurs in the stroma. 3. Oxygen is released from CO2. Which are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Photosynthesis consists of light-dependent reactions occurring in the thylakoid membranes (grana) where water is split, releasing oxygen, and light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle) occurring in the stroma where CO2 is fixed. The oxygen released during photosynthesis comes from the photolysis of water, not from carbon dioxide. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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