At what wavelength of light does the reaction center of Photosystem I (PSI) show its maximum absorption peak?
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Correct answer: 700 nm
The reaction center of Photosystem I is referred to as P700 because it most effectively absorbs light at a wavelength of 700 nanometers. This wavelength corresponds to the far-red portion of the light spectrum.
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