Which of the Following Statements Summarises the Metabolic Results of Photorespiration

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements summarises the metabolic results of photorespiration?

• A) It produces ATP and consumes oxygen and carbon dioxide.
• B) It produces carbon dioxide and consumes ATP and oxygen.
• C) It produces oxygen and consumes ATP and carbon dioxide.
• D) It produces oxygen and ATP and consumes carbon dioxide.

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