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Pill

Theme C - Interaction &  Interdependence

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Direct Hit

Theme A - Unity & Diversity

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Page Facing Up

Theme B - Form & Function

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Keycap Digit One

Theme D - Continuity & Change

<ul>
	<li>Think of photosystems as the ultimate band of pigments that know how to party with light! 🎤🎶</li>
	<li>Location: Chillin&#39; in the thylakoid membranes of chloroplasts.</li>
	<li>Composition
	<ul>
		<li>Main players: About 100 chlorophyll molecules.</li>
		<li>Supporting roles: 30 accessory pigment molecules (like backup dancers! 💃).</li>
	</ul>
	🌟 Fun Fact: Not all bands (photosystems) are the same. Different organisms have their unique lineup!</li>
</ul>

Carotene and xanthophyll are like the hype guys of the group, backing up the main act (chlorophyll) and adding extra colors to the show.

<ul>
	<li>Core complex: The lead singer 🎤.</li>
	<li>Light-harvesting antenna complexes: The background vocalists absorbing all the light and energy.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>When pigment molecules (our performers) absorb light, they get super hyped (excited electrons jump to higher energy levels).</li>
	<li>Fun Physics Bit
	<ul>
		<li>Blue light is like a double espresso shot &ndash; high energy. ☕️💥</li>
		<li>Red light? More like a relaxing chamomile tea. 🍵</li>
	</ul>
	</li>
</ul>

Imagine after jumping on stage, our performer returns to chill mode, giving a shoutout (re-emitting light) to the audience.

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	<li>When one performer calms down (electron drops to original level), the next-door performer catches the energy and gets hyped. This is the &quot;excitation energy transfer&quot;.</li>
	<li>Speed? Lightning-fast! Like snapping your fingers multiple times in a split second.</li>
	<li>The goal? Pass the energy until it hits the main act in the core complex.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>All that gathered energy reaches a VIP chlorophyll duo in the core.</li>
	<li>These VIPs then gift their energy (excited electrons) to some lucky fans (electron acceptors).</li>
	<li>Outcome? Light energy has been rocked, converted, and sent off for the next big event in photosynthesis!</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>In dim backstage lighting, our photosystem band rocks with 99% efficiency! Almost every absorbed photon results in a performance.</li>
	<li>In super bright spotlight, not as efficient. Some of the absorbed energy just gets thrown back to the audience (fluorescence).</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Plants have two main photosystem bands with distinct vibes and roles.</li>
	<li>Want the details? Check out Table 4!</li>
</ul>

🌍 Real-world example: Imagine a rock concert. The performers (pigments) absorb energy from the crowd (light) and get super hyped up. They then pass this energy from one member to the next, with the lead singer finally channeling all this excitement into a grand finale!

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📚 Study Tip: Try visualizing photosystems as dynamic concerts next time you&#39;re in nature. It makes the complex processes of photosynthesis more tangible and fun!

Theme C - Interaction & Interdependence

Explore The Wonders Of Photosystems!

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What's a photosystem anyway?

The supporting pigments

Structure breakdown

The concert of light & energy

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