NEET Biology question

Which is correct for bacteria?

(A)They have both cyclic and non-cyclic photophosphorylation
(B)They absorb light > 900 nm of wavelengthCorrect
(C)They release O₂ during photosynthesis
(D)They use H₂O during photosynthesis

Answer: (B)

Solution

Photosynthetic bacteria (purple and green bacteria) perform anoxygenic photosynthesis using bacteriochlorophyll, which is adapted to absorb longer wavelengths of light, including near-infrared light beyond 900 nm — allowing them to photosynthesize using wavelengths not captured

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Question ID VK-087724