The absorption peak for the reaction center of Photosystem I (P700) occurs at which wavelength?
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Correct answer: 700 nm
Photosystem I is named P700 because its reaction center chlorophyll a molecule has an absorption peak at 700 nm. Similarly, PS II is known as P680 due to its peak at 680 nm.
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