Why Is the Process Whereby O₂ Is Added to RuBP

question 80

Multiple Choice

Why is the process whereby O₂ is added to RuBP called photorespiration?

• A)because O₂ is released and CO₂ is taken up
• B)because CO₂ is released and O₂ is taken up
• C)because breathing is necessary
• D)because RuBP is released
• E)because it occurs in crop plants

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