Question

The essential co-factor in water-oxidizing process at PS II in the light reactions of photosynthesis:

• A. \(Mg^{2+}\)
• B. \(Mn^{2+}\)
• C. \(Fe^{2+}\)
• D. \(Cu^{2+}\)

Hint:

Remember the OEC as the "Manganese Center." Deficiency of Manganese significantly reduces the plant's ability to evolve oxygen during photosynthesis.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B