Cell Biology: Quiz 3 proplastids, chlorophylls, resonance energy transfer, etc.

Question 1



A house plant seems to be growing slowly and lacks its normal bright green color. You call a botanist for advice. She suggests that the plant may be deficient in magnesium (Mg2+). Why are these symptoms associated with Mg2+ deficiency?
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Selected Answer:



Mg2+ is an important component in chlorophyll.




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 Question 4









Which of the following is not an essential feature of electron transfer from water to NADP+?
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coenzyme Q









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 Question 5









What is the advantage to having various types of chlorophylls and accessory pigments for the photosynthetic process?
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Selected Answer:

B.

It allows for light in many wavelengths to be utilized for photosynthesis.