The Primary Drawback of the C₃ Photosynthetic Pathway Is That

question 26

Multiple Choice

The primary drawback of the C₃ photosynthetic pathway is that

• A)it requires large amounts of phosphorus and potassium.
• B)it requires a large amount of nitrogen.
• C)the enzyme Rubisco can also act as an oxygenase.
• D)the enzyme Rubisco is subject to damage by UV radiation.

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