12. During photolysis electrons are released and carry out a variety of actions. Which of the following actions is the most thermodynamically important?

a. They are used directly in the fixation of carbon during the Calvin cycle
b. They combine with H+ ions and oxygen to form water
c. They reduce photosystem II chlorophyll molecules
d. They reduce photosystem I chlorophyll molecules

c. They reduce photosystem II chlorophyll molecules