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The first step of photosynthesis is

(a) Excitation of electron of chlorophyll by a photon of light

(b) formation of ATP

(c) Attachment of CO2 to 5 carbon sugar

(d) Ionisation of water

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Correct option**(a) Excitation of electron of chlorophyll by a photon of light**

Explanation :

The entire process of photosyntheis is driven by light energy coming from the sun.This energy is first captured by cholophyll molecules and later on utilised for the synthesis of ATP (Chemical energy) molecules which are later utilised in the dark reaction, i.e., Calvin cycle.

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