Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections, Books a la Carte Edition (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321946683
Author: Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Kelly A. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 7, Problem 8TYK
How is photosynthesis similar in C4 plants and CAM plants?
a. In both cases, the light reactions and the Calvin cycle are separated in both time and location.
b. Both types of plants make sugar without the Calvin cycle.
c. In both cases, rubisco is not used to fix carbon initially.
d. Both types of plants make most of their sugar in the dark.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
Using the graph comparing photosynthetic rate and absorption of different wavelengths of light, what can be concluded?
a) The photosynthesis rate at 550 nm is the highest
b) Chlorophyll a absorbs wavelengths at both ends of the spectrum
c) Chlorophyll b is associated with the greatest rate of photosynthesis.
d) Carotenoids absorb the narrowest range of wavelengths of light
Which best describes cyclic photophosphorylation?
(a) it uses two photosystems (b) it produces water as a waste product (c) it produces oxygen as a waste product (d) it utilizes a single photosystem
(e) it uses substrate level phosphorylation to produce ATP
How are the NADPH and G3P molecules made during photosynthesis similar? a. They are both end products of photosynthesis. b. They are both substrates for photosynthesis. c. They are both produced from carbon dioxide. d. They both store energy in chemical bonds.
Chapter 7 Solutions
Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections, Books a la Carte Edition (8th Edition)
Ch. 7 - Complete this summary map of photosynthesis.Ch. 7 - In photosynthesis, __________ is oxidized and...Ch. 7 - Which of the following are produced by reactions...Ch. 7 - When light strikes chlorophyll molecules in the...Ch. 7 - The reactions of the Calvin cycle are not directly...Ch. 7 - Which of the following does not occur during the...Ch. 7 - Why is it difficult for C3 plants to carry out...Ch. 7 - How is photosynthesis similar in C4 plants and CAM...Ch. 7 - Compare and describe the roles of CO2 and H2O in...Ch. 7 - Explain why a poison that inhibits an enzyme of...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Plants produce oxygen when they photosynthesize. Where does the oxygen come from? a. splitting water molecules b. ATP synthesis c. the electron transport chain d. chlorophyllarrow_forwardWhich statement correctly describes carbon fixation? a. the conversion of CO2 to an organic compound b. the use of RUBISCO to form 3-PGA c. the production of carbohydrate molecules from G3P d. the formation of RuBP from G3P molecules e. the use of ATP and NADPH to reduce CO2arrow_forwardWhich part of the Calvin cycle would be affected if a cell could not produce the enzyme RuBIsCO?arrow_forward
- Why are carnivores, such as lions, dependent on photosynthesis to survive?arrow_forwardWhich molecule absorbs the energy of a photon in photosynthesis? a. ATP b. glucose c. chlorophyll d. waterarrow_forwardMatch each term with its most suitable description. ____ PGAL formation a. absorbs light ____CO2 fixation b. converts light to chemical energy ____ autotroph c. self-feeder ____ ATP forms NADPH does not d. electrons cycle back to photosystem ____ photorespiration e. problem in C3 plants ____ photosynthesis f. Calvin-Benson cycle product ____ pigment g. water molecules split ____ photolysis in photosynthesis h. rubisco functionarrow_forward
- Which is NOT an evolutionary adaptation of plants to minimize the costs of photorespiration while also conserving water on hot days? a. Use more ATP to incorporate CO2 into organic compounds, which increases CO2 concentration in the cell. b. Confine the Calvin cycle to specific cells in order to prevent inefficient rubisco binding and net energy loss. c. Binding O2 to rubisco instead of CO2. d. Uptake CO2 only at night and use ATP to fix it into organic acid for later use during the light reactions, which prevents water loss during the day.arrow_forwardPart A: Describe the role that stroma, thylakoids,granum, stroma lamellae, outer and inner membrane play in photosynthesis. Part B: What two reactions occur during photosynthesis and the role that chlorophyll plays.arrow_forwardWhen is oxygen produced during photosynthesis? a. light reation alone b. light reation and calvin cycle c.neither the light reaction and calvin cycle d. the calvin cycle alonearrow_forward
- Where did the energy to power the light-independent reactions come from? A. chlorophyll from photosystem B. FADH2FADH2 from the outer membrane C. NADH in mitochondria D. proton gradient across thylakoidarrow_forwardGive typing answer with explanation and conclusion C4 and CAM photosynthesis evolved because _______________. Question options: A. They allow oxygen (O2) to be used to create sugar, in addition to CO2 B. Even though they require more ATP, they prevent Rubisco from binding to the wrong molecule C. They are more efficient in their production of ATP, so plants can grow faster, making them the preferred way to photosynthesize for all plantsarrow_forwardYou want to kill weeds growing without killing the grass in your backyard. Use the information you gained in Chloroplast and Photosynthesis chapter and answer the following questions. a) Explain what are you going to use to get rid of weeds only. b) How your product will work?arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Concepts of BiologyBiologyISBN:9781938168116Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James WisePublisher:OpenStax College
Biology 2eBiologyISBN:9781947172517Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann ClarkPublisher:OpenStax
Concepts of Biology
Biology
ISBN:9781938168116
Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise
Publisher:OpenStax College
Biology 2e
Biology
ISBN:9781947172517
Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark
Publisher:OpenStax
Photosynthesis & Respiration | Reactions | Chemistry | FuseSchool; Author: FuseSchool - Global Education;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XIyweZg6Sw;License: Standard YouTube License, CC-BY