Which micronutrient is required for splitting of water molecule during photosynthesis?

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#1

Which micronutrient is required for splitting of water molecule during photosynthesis?

  1. copper

  2. manganese

  3. molybdenum

  4. magnesium

#2

The correct answer is (2) manganese. The micronutrients required for splitting of water molecule during photosynthesis are manganese and chlorine.

Manganese helps to stabilize the intermediate states of the water-splitting reaction and provides the necessary electron transfers. Without sufficient manganese, the efficiency of water splitting and subsequent oxygen production during photosynthesis would be significantly compromised.

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