Prokaryotes which can trap solar energy for ATP synthesis, but not for photosynthesis are

Methanogens

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Thermoacidophiles

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Halophiles

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Cyanochloronta

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Solution

The correct option is B Halophiles
Halophiles are the prokaryotes that can be aerobic or anaerobic.
The phototropic anaerobic halophiles can trap solar energy for the synthesis of ATP i.e Adenosine Triphosphate with the help of ATP synthase enzyme. ATP is also known as the energy currency of a cell.
The correct answer is C.

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