What Are the Advantages of C4 and CAM Photosynthesis as Compared

question 16

Multiple Choice

What are the advantages of C4 and CAM photosynthesis as compared to C3 photosynthesis?

• 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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Genomic Imprinting

An epigenetic phenomenon by which certain genes are expressed in a parent-of-origin-specific manner, meaning that the expression of such genes is determined by the parent from whom the gene was inherited.

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The genetic transmission of genes and traits exclusively from the mother, often seen in mitochondrial DNA.

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