Which element is essential for photolysis of water?

Nitrogen

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Manganese

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Carbon

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Oxygen

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Solution

The correct option is B Manganese
Photolysis term denotes light dependent split of water leading to oxidation of water. This process occurs in thylakoid lumen in association with photosystem II. Mineral ions required for photolysis of water are manganese, calcium and chlorine. Oxygen is released as the byproduct of photosynthesis in the photolysis process.

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	Elements		Functions
(a)	Iron	(i)	Photolysis of water
(b)	Magnesium	(ii)	Required for chlorophyll biosynthesis
(c)	Chlorine	(iii)	Maintains anion cation balance
(d)	Manganese	(iv)	Helps to maintain ribosome structure

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