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What is the purpose of the NADPH produced in the chloroplast?
BiologyPhotosynthesis in Higher PlantsNEET
Options:
  • A To activate ATP synthase enzyme
  • B To fix CO₂ and synthesize sugars
  • C To pump protons across the membrane
  • D To create a proton gradient
Solution:
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The correct answer is: To fix CO₂ and synthesize sugars
The NADPH produced in the chloroplast is used immediately in the biosynthetic reaction taking place in the stroma, which is responsible for fixing CO₂ and synthesizing sugars.

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