asked 86.8k views
3 votes
Why is water split during the light reactions?

asked
User Earth
by
8.4k points

1 Answer

3 votes

During Light reactions of Photosynthesis, the chlorophyll will be activated by light. This light activated chlorophyll will split the water molecule. This is called Photolysis. Water molecule is split to release H+ ions and also oxygen.

answered
User Skegg
by
8.9k points

No related questions found

Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.