All Are Correct Statements About Rubisco EXCEPT

question 56

Multiple Choice

All are correct statements about rubisco EXCEPT:

• A) ribulose-1,5-bisphosphate and carbon dioxide are both substrates.
• B) the catalytic site has both carboxylase and oxygenase activity.
• C) it is found in the chloroplast stroma.
• D) it releases two molecules of glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate as products.
• E) it may be the most abundant enzyme in plants.

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Definitions:

Drive

An internal state of tension or arousal that is brought about by an underlying need and that an organism is motivated to reduce.

Tension

The state of being stretched tight, which can refer to physical objects or describe psychological strain and stress.

Homeostasis

The natural tendency of the body to maintain a balanced internal state in order to ensure physical survival.

Intrinsic

Refers to motivation or value that is driven by an interest or enjoyment in the task itself, rather than relying on external pressures or rewards.