Question

question 1
photosynthesis includes processes that require light and processes that do not. which statement best explains why adenosine triphosphate (atp) is used in both processes?
atp

a atp is an enzyme, increasing the rate of photosynthesis and decreasing the need for water.
b atp stores energy captured from the light - dependent reactions to be used when producing sugars.
c atp collects chemical energy from the cells, later to release as light energy.
d atp is a building block of carbohydrates and stores energy as starch in plant cells.

Explanation:

ATP functions as the cell's energy currency. In photosynthesis, light-dependent reactions generate ATP, which stores captured energy. This ATP is then used in light-independent reactions (Calvin cycle) to produce sugars, explaining its role in both processes.

Answer:

b. ATP stores energy captured from the light dependent reactions to be used when producing sugars.