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Edexcel IAL Biology 5.6 Absorption and action spectra

Match action-spectrum peaks to absorbed blue or red light, quote wavelength evidence and explain low green-light response through reflection or transmission.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Biology YBI11
Level
A2

Exam points

  • Complete an action spectrum with peaks aligned to strongly absorbed wavelengths.
  • Interpret pigment absorption or reflection from spectra, tables and light colours.
  • Explain photosynthesis rate or organism distribution through available wavelengths.

5.6—Absorption and action spectra question 1

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Chloroplasts are involved in both the light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions of photosynthesis.

Question (a)

(a)

An absorption spectrum shows how much light is absorbed by chloroplasts at different wavelengths of light.

The table shows the colour of light at four wavelengths.

Table for Question (a) — Edexcel A-Level Biology A2

Which wavelength of light is absorbed the least by chloroplasts?
□ A 460 nm
□ B 520 nm
□ C 600 nm
□ D 680 nm

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Question (b)

(b)

State what is meant by the term action spectrum.

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