Multiple choice Which process is most directly driven by light energy? Creation of a pH gradient by pumping protons across thethylakoid membrane Carbon fixation in the stroma Reduction of NADP-molecules Removal of electrons from chlorophyll molecules ATP synthesis Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Chlorophyll absorb a photon of light molecule, causing the electrons to become excited and move to a higher energylevel.these high energy level can flow along one of two pathways giving cyclic electron flow or noncyclic electron flow