What is the energy generated in the first electron transfer chain in the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis used to do?
A) split water into oxygen, hydrogen ions, and electrons
B) generate NADPH
C) power the ATP synthase enzyme to produce ATP
D) pump hydrogen ions into the thylakoid compartment
E) generate glucose

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The energy generated in the first electron transfer chain is used to pump hydrogen ions into the thylakoid compartment, creating a proton gradient that is later used to produce ATP.

What Is the Energy Generated in the First Electron Transfer