Energy Transfers In and Between Organisms · Autumn Term

Photosynthesis: Capturing Light Energy

Detailed analysis of the light-dependent and light-independent reactions within the chloroplast.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the structure of a chloroplast maximize the efficiency of energy transduction?
  2. 2What would be the global impact if rubisco evolved to be more efficient at fixing carbon?
  3. 3How can we experimentally determine which factors limit the rate of photosynthesis in a controlled environment?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

A-Level: Biology - Energy Transfers In and Between OrganismsA-Level: Biology - Photosynthesis
Year: Year 13
Subject: Biology
Unit: Energy Transfers In and Between Organisms
Period: Autumn Term

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