Which enzyme is responsible for the final step of non-cyclic electron transport, reducing NADP+ to NADPH?
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Correct answer: NADP reductase
NADP reductase is located on the stroma side of the thylakoid membrane. It facilitates the transfer of electrons from ferredoxin to NADP+, along with protons from the stroma, to form NADPH.
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