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Light wavelength determines Pr and Pfr phytochrome distribution ratio

Claim that the relative amounts of Pr and Pfr forms of phytochrome are determined by illumination wavelength, due to overlapping absorption spectra and photoconversion cross-sections.

Confidence
90%
active

Evidence Quote

Wavelength determines the specific distribution ratio of Pr and Pfr forms in total Phy pool

Relationship

Distribution ratio of Pr and Pfr forms of phytochrome determined by Red and far-red light input