3. Compare and contrast light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions.
Compare and contrast light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions:
Both Light dependent and Light independent reactions are used to complete the process of photosynthesis.
Light dependent reactions | Light independent reactions |
It also known as light reactions. | It also known as dark reactions. |
It occurs in thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts. | It occurs in the stroma of chloroplasts. |
Light energy is absorbed by photosystems PS-I and PS-II. | CO2 present in the atmosphere is absorbed. |
End products are ATP and NADPH. | End products of light reaction are used up to synthesize sugar. |
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