What Are the Advantages of Plants That Minimize Photorespiration

question 56

Multiple Choice

What are the advantages of plants that minimize photorespiration?

• A) High sugar production can be maintained on hot, dry days.
• B) Water is not necessary for the light-dependent reactions.
• C) Carbon dioxide is not needed for the light-independent reactions.
• D) Less sugar is necessary for metabolic activities.
• E) Light-dependent reactions are more efficient.

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