NEETBiologyPhotosynthesis in Higher PlantsMCQ+4 / −1
In photosynthesis, the light-independent reactions take place at
- Aphotosystem II
- Bstromal matrix
- Cthylakoid lumen
- Dphotosystem I.
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Correct answer: B
The light-independent reactions (dark or Blackman’s reactions) of photosynthesis take place in stroma or matrix of chloroplasts. These reactions are enzymatic reactions which catalyse assimilation of CO2 into carbohydrates.
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