Photosynthesis: The Light Reaction

This tutorial shows and describes what occurs during the light reactions of photosynthesis which is the first stage of photosynthesis when plants capture and store energy from sunlight. In this process, light energy is converted into chemical energy, in the form of the energy-carrying molecules ATP and NADPH.

Resource ID#: 73167 Type: Tutorial

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Students

Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Adobe Flash Player

Keywords: photon, light reaction, photosynthesis, ATP, NADPH

Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial, Video/Audio/Animation,

Resource Collection: External Instructional Tutorials

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