What is the basic concept of photosynthesis? Briefly describe the processes and the roles of "photophosphorylation" and the "Calvin - Benson" cycle in photosynthesis in your response.

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∻Solution∻ ‖ a ⋮ The basic concept of photosynthesis: Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose. This process occurs in the chloroplasts of plant cells and involves two main stages: the light-dependent reactions and the Calvin-Benson cycle. ‖‖ b ⋮ Light-dependent reactions (Photophosphorylation): These reactions occur in the thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts. They use light energy to produce ATP and NADPH. Water molecules are split (photolysis) to release oxygen as a byproduct. The energy from light is used to add a phosphate group to ADP, forming ATP (photophosphorylation). ‖‖ c ⋮ Calvin-Benson cycle: This cycle occurs in the stroma of the chloroplasts. It uses the ATP and NADPH produced in the light-dependent reactions to convert carbon dioxide into glucose. The cycle involves three main phases: carbon fixation, reduction, and regeneration of the starting molecule, ribulose bisphosphate (RuBP). ‖ ∻Answer∻ ⚹ Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, involving light-dependent reactions and the Calvin-Benson cycle. ⚹ ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹ Photosynthesis ⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹ Photosynthesis involves converting light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, through light-dependent reactions and the Calvin-Benson cycle. ⚹◊What are the key factors that regulate the rate of photosynthesis in plants?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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