Photosynthesis In Higher Plants Question 228

Question: Which one of the following elements is required for photosynthetic oxygen evolution [MP PMT 1998]

Options:

A) Copper

B) Iron

C) Manganese

D) Zinc

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Light energy brings about changes in $ Mn(M{n^{2+}},M{n^{3+}},M{n^{4+}}) $ which helps in removing electrons from $ O{H^{-}} $ component of water forming oxygen.