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BotanyNEET 2024Calvin cycle, C4 pathway, photorespiration

Photosynthesis in Higher Plants

Which of the following are required for the dark reaction of photosynthesis?

A. Light · B. Chlorophyll · C. · D. ATP · E. NADPH

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A.B, C and D only
  2. B.C, D and E only
  3. C.D and E only
  4. D.A, B and C only

Solution

The Calvin cycle (the 'dark' reaction) needs as the substrate and the ATP and NADPH produced by the light reaction. It does not directly need light or chlorophyll.

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