The quantum yield of photosynthesis can be defined as the amount of ____ formed per equivalent of ____.
A) photons; light input
B) product; light input
C) ATP; coenzyme Q
D) carbohydrate; ATP
E) none are true

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The quantum yield of photosynthesis is the ratio of moles of product (oxygen and carbohydrates) formed per mole of photons absorbed. Therefore, the correct answer is B, which states that the quantum yield is the amount of product formed per equivalent of light input.

The Quantum Yield of Photosynthesis Can Be Defined as the Amount