Assertion (A): Water is essential for photosynthesis. Reason (R): Water is split to release oxygen, and its hydrogen is used to reduce CO₂. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): Water is essential for photosynthesis.
Reason (R): Water is split to release oxygen, and its hydrogen is used to reduce CO₂.
A. A false, R true.
B. A true, R false.
C. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.
D. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Photolysis of water provides electrons and protons for the light reactions, releasing O₂; NADPH formed carries hydrogen to reduce CO₂ in the Calvin cycle. R correctly explains A.

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