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Consider the given equation \[ 2\mathrm{H_2O} \rightarrow 4\mathrm{H^+}+\mathrm{O_2}+4e^- \] Where does this reaction take place in the chloroplasts?

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Photolysis of water occurs at \[ \boxed{\text{Photosystem II on the inner (lumen) side of the thylakoid membrane}.} \] The products are \[ \boxed{\mathrm{O_2,\ H^+,\ and\ electrons}.} \]
Updated On: Jul 15, 2026
  • Outer surface of the thylakoid membrane
  • Inner surface of the thylakoid membrane
  • In the stroma matrix
  • Intermembrane space
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The Correct Option is B

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