The Calvin Cycle Was Once Referred to as the "Dark

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Essay

The Calvin cycle was once referred to as the "dark" reactions of photosynthesis. Why is this a misnomer?

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Definitions:

Menstruation

The monthly process in which the lining of the uterus sheds through the vagina, a natural part of the female reproductive cycle.

Comprehensive Sexuality Education

An education program that covers a broad range of topics related to sex and sexuality, including physical, emotional, social, and ethical aspects.

SIECUS

An acronym for the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States, an organization focused on advocating for comprehensive sex education.

STIs

Infections transmitted through sexual contact, known as sexually transmitted infections.