Which statement best distinguishes the light-dependent (l-d) reactions from the light-independent (l-ind) reactions? the l-d reactions occur in the thylakoid membrane, and the l-ind reactions occur in the stroma. the l-d reactions occur in the cytoplasm, and the l-ind reactions occur in the chloroplast. the l-d reactions occur in the chloroplast, and the l-ind reactions occur in the mitochondria. the l-d reactions occur in the stroma, and the l-ind reactions occur in the cytoplasm.

The correct answer is option 'The L-D reactions occur in the thylakoid membrane, and the L-IND reactions occur in the stroma'.

The light dependent reaction (LD) occurs in the thalakoid of the chloroplasts. It uses the light energy to carry out the reactions required for the formation of ATP and NADPH molecules.

The light independent reaction of the photosynthesis occurs in the stroma (outside thalakoid) and is responsible for the formation of the glucose molecules from the carbon dioxide. This step does not require presence of light.

as the gila monster consumes the eggs or young of the desert cottontail and gambel's quail, thus its main food supply is only accessible for a restricted time duration every year. however, for this, the gila monsters exhibit three adaptations, which elevate their survival rate in the desert condition.  

first, is that they possess huge bodies, and can consume greater concentrations of food during a small period. secondly, they require to feed infrequently as they can accumulate fat in their tails. ultimately, their rate of metabolism is very low, so that they can burn their reservoirs of fat gradually.  

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